Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Accepting gallons after returning every year for French wine (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Accepting". The wordplay technique is a reversal. The answer is APPROVING. Explanation: PA (reversal="per annum, “every year”") + PRO (synonym="”for”") + VIN (synonym="French for wine") + G (synonym="gallons") = APPROVING; definition: "Accepting"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Accepting gallons after returning every year for French wine (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is APPROVING.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Accepting gallons after returning every year for French wine (9)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a reversal as its wordplay technique.