Cryptic crossword clue
Young lady: she's carrying old overshoes 8

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

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The straight part
We know that "overshoes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case overshoes = galoshes.
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 GALOSHES mean?

GALOSHES noun
  1. A waterproof overshoe used to provide protection from rain or snow.
  2. A waterproof rubber boot, intended to be worn in wet or muddy conditions.
GALOSHES noun
  1. A clog or patten.
  2. Hence, an overshoe worn in wet weather.
  3. A gaiter, or legging, covering the upper part of the shoe and part of the leg.

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