Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bit of a bloomer finishes off chess game — mate (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Bit". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SEPAL. Explanation: [ches]S + [gam]E + PAL [mate]

Question 2

What is the answer to "Bit of a bloomer finishes off chess game — mate (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SEPAL.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Bit of a bloomer finishes off chess game — mate (5)"?

Accepted Answer

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