Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lead shot originally used with pitch (4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Lead". The wordplay technique is acrostic. The answer is STAR. Explanation: S (first_letter="shot") + TAR (synonym="pitch") = STAR; definition: "Lead"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Lead shot originally used with pitch (4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is STAR.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Lead shot originally used with pitch (4)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses acrostic as its wordplay technique.