Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Last of dead nettle one could be stuck with (4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "one could be stuck with". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is DIRK. Explanation: [dea]D + IRK (to annoy, nettle) – “stuck” as in “stabbed”

Question 2

What is the answer to "Last of dead nettle one could be stuck with (4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DIRK.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Last of dead nettle one could be stuck with (4)"?

Accepted Answer

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