Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lots of you once going to beaches (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Lots". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is THOUSANDS. Explanation: THOU (synonym="you") + SANDS (synonym="beaches") = THOUSANDS; definition: "Lots"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Lots of you once going to beaches (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is THOUSANDS.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Lots of you once going to beaches (9)"?

Accepted Answer

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