Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Area gets diluted covering before I paste (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "paste". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is TAHINI. Explanation: A[rea] in THIN + I

Question 2

What is the answer to "Area gets diluted covering before I paste (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TAHINI.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Area gets diluted covering before I paste (6)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a charade (building blocks) as its wordplay technique.