Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bad clue butchered by editor originally (can be trained) (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Bad". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is EDUCABLE. Explanation: anagram/"butchered" of (Bad clue)*; after E[ditor]

Question 2

What is the answer to "Bad clue butchered by editor originally (can be trained) (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is EDUCABLE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Bad clue butchered by editor originally (can be trained) (8)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.