Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Girl applying herself to vinaigrette? (5,8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "vinaigrette?". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SALADDRESSING. Explanation: SAL (synonym=""girl"") + ADDRESSING (synonym=""applying herself to"") = SALADDRESSING; definition: "vinaigrette?"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Girl applying herself to vinaigrette? (5,8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SALADDRESSING.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Girl applying herself to vinaigrette? (5,8)"?

Accepted Answer

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