Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Commercial break is lacking purpose (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "purpose". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is ADRIFT. Explanation: AD (synonym of "Commercial") + RIFT (synonym of "break"); definition: "lacking purpose"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Commercial break is lacking purpose (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ADRIFT.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Commercial break is lacking purpose (6)"?

Accepted Answer

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