Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ed cut party talk that's complex (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "complex". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is ELABORATE. Explanation: E (first_letter="Ed") + LAB (abbreviation="party") + ORATE (synonym="talk") = ELABORATE; definition: "complex"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Ed cut party talk that's complex (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ELABORATE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Ed cut party talk that's complex (9)"?

Accepted Answer

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