Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Excess of permanent ice melting (12)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Excess". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is INTEMPERANCE. Explanation: anagram of PERMANENTICE ("permanent ice") [anagram: "melting"] = INTEMPERANCE; definition: "Excess"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Excess of permanent ice melting (12)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is INTEMPERANCE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Excess of permanent ice melting (12)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.