Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Historian covering royal uniform (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "uniform". The wordplay technique is charade, container. The answer is LIVERY. Explanation: LIVY (synonym of "Historian") + ER (synonym of "royal") [container: "covering"]; definition: "uniform"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Historian covering royal uniform (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is LIVERY.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Historian covering royal uniform (6)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses charade, container as its wordplay technique.