Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Free hand to trace wandering girl (5,7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Free hand". The wordplay technique is anagram, charade. The answer is CARTEBLANCHE. Explanation: anagram of TRACE ("trace") + BLANCHE (synonym of "girl") [anagram: "wandering"] = CARTEBLANCHE; definition: "Free hand"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Free hand to trace wandering girl (5,7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is CARTEBLANCHE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Free hand to trace wandering girl (5,7)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses anagram, charade as its wordplay technique.