Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Copper, maybe, came across a learner (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Copper, maybe,". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is METAL. Explanation: MET (synonym="came across") + A (from clue) + L (abbreviation="learner") = METAL; definition: "Copper, maybe,"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Copper, maybe, came across a learner (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is METAL.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Copper, maybe, came across a learner (5)"?

Accepted Answer

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