Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Drinking spirit after vocal disapproval (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Drinking". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is BOOZING. Explanation: BOO (synonym="disapproval") + ZING (synonym="spirit") = BOOZING; definition: "Drinking"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Drinking spirit after vocal disapproval (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BOOZING.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Drinking spirit after vocal disapproval (7)"?

Accepted Answer

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