Cryptic crossword clue
Tin originally used by very loud bishop – neat tobacco holder 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "tobacco holder" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tobacco holder = snuffbox.
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 SNUFFBOX mean?

SNUFFBOX noun
  1. A small box or container to hold snuff or loose tobacco.

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