Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Clipped, dishevelled, aged bird (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Clipped,". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is ABRIDGED. Explanation: anagram of AGEDBIRD ("aged bird") [anagram: "dishevelled,"] = ABRIDGED; definition: "Clipped,"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Clipped, dishevelled, aged bird (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ABRIDGED.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Clipped, dishevelled, aged bird (8)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.