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Intriguing Jargon of Cryptic Clues
A crossword exploring the specialized slang used in cryptic crossword solving, highlighting the unique terminology and mechanics enthusiasts rely on.
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Across
  • 1. Sound-alike word used in clues
  • 2. Part of clue offering meaning
  • 3. A reversal indicator (rare)
  • 5. Word signaling a cryptic wordplay
  • 6. Wordplay method removing letters
  • 10. Type of wordplay reading backwards
  • 13. Cryptic clue type with two definitions
  • 17. Type of crossword with coded clues
  • 18. Word formed by rearranging letters
Down
  • 4. Number of letters in answer
  • 7. Person who composes the crossword
  • 8. Wordplay involving putting one word inside another
  • 9. Hidden message formed by initial letters
  • 11. Joining words or parts in wordplay
  • 12. Word meaning 'written down' (often setter)
  • 14. Word hidden inside another word
  • 15. Wordplay involving humor or double meaning
  • 16. Clue type combining parts sequentially
  • 19. Answer that stays unchanged in clue
  • 20. Anagram of 'MUSYLA' (example of anagram fodder)

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