Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Letters announcing successor is a man (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Letters". The wordplay technique is a homophone (sounds like). The answer is AIRMAIL. Explanation: Sounds like [announcing] “heir” (successor), “male” (man)

Question 2

What is the answer to "Letters announcing successor is a man (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is AIRMAIL.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Letters announcing successor is a man (7)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a homophone (sounds like) as its wordplay technique.