Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "He gives away funnel for a cocktail (11)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "cocktail". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is GRASSHOPPER. Explanation: GRASS (synonym="one who betrays, or gives away") + HOPPER (synonym="a funnel, as used for moving grain etc") = GRASSHOPPER; definition: "cocktail"

Question 2

What is the answer to "He gives away funnel for a cocktail (11)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is GRASSHOPPER.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "He gives away funnel for a cocktail (11)"?

Accepted Answer

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