Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Back hawk-headed god seen in Athenian market (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Athenian market". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is AGORA. Explanation: AGO (synonym="Back") + RA (synonym="god") = AGORA; definition: "Athenian market"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Back hawk-headed god seen in Athenian market (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is AGORA.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Back hawk-headed god seen in Athenian market (5)"?

Accepted Answer

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