Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Books showing plants (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Books". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is ANNUALS. Explanation: ANNUALS (synonym of "Books"); definition: "plants"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Books showing plants (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ANNUALS.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Books showing plants (7)"?

Accepted Answer

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