Cryptic crossword clue
Part of leg that is way the most glossy 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SHINIEST

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The straight part
We know that "the most glossy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case the most glossy = shiniest.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does SHINIEST mean?

SHINIEST adjective
  1. Reflecting light.
  2. Emitting light.
  3. Excellent; remarkable.
  4. Bright; luminous; clear; unclouded.

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