Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Crafting tool cutting end off flap (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Crafting tool". The wordplay technique is a deletion. The answer is LATHE. Explanation: get in a LATHER = get in a flap, cut off the ending R.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Crafting tool cutting end off flap (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is LATHE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Crafting tool cutting end off flap (5)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a deletion as its wordplay technique.