Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Clever chap having nagging woman stop (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Clever chap". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SHREWDIE. Explanation: SHREW (synonym="nagging woman – The Taming of the Shrew") + DIE (synonym="stop") = SHREWDIE; definition: "Clever chap"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Clever chap having nagging woman stop (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SHREWDIE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Clever chap having nagging woman stop (8)"?

Accepted Answer

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