Cryptic crossword clue
Take off and tear round island — that should get you going 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "that should get you going" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case that should get you going = aperient.
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 APERIENT mean?

APERIENT noun
  1. A laxative, either in the form of a medicine or a food such as asparagus or hops, which has the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.
APERIENT adjective
  1. Having a gentle laxative effect.

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