Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cause of wrongful arrest? (15)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "arrest?". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is MISAPPREHENSION. Explanation: MISAPPREHENSION (synonym of "Cause of wrongful arrest?")

Question 2

What is the answer to "Cause of wrongful arrest? (15)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is MISAPPREHENSION.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Cause of wrongful arrest? (15)"?

Accepted Answer

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