Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dismay of single daughter in private (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Dismay". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is INTIMIDATE. Explanation: I (abbreviation of "single") + D (synonym of "daughter") + INTIMATE (synonym of "private"); definition: "Dismay"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Dismay of single daughter in private (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is INTIMIDATE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Dismay of single daughter in private (10)"?

Accepted Answer

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