Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dramatist's second work giving you the shivers (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Dramatist". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SCHILLER. Explanation: S (synonym="second") + CHILLER (synonym="work giving you the shivers") = SCHILLER; definition: "Dramatist's"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Dramatist's second work giving you the shivers (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SCHILLER.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Dramatist's second work giving you the shivers (8)"?

Accepted Answer

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