Cryptic crossword clue
Snake cut in half by gunners in empty tower 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "tower" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tower = ziggurat.
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.
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What does ZIGGURAT mean?

ZIGGURAT noun
  1. A temple tower of the ancient Mesopotamian valley, having the form of a terraced pyramid of successively receding stories
  2. A building with similar style or shape

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