Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Father with new femme fatale (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "femme fatale". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SIREN. Explanation: SIRE (synonym of "Father") + N (synonym of "new"); definition: "femme fatale"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Father with new femme fatale (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SIREN.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Father with new femme fatale (5)"?

Accepted Answer

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