Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mad bishop confronting host (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Mad". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is BARMY. Explanation: B (abbreviation="bishop") + ARMY (synonym="host") = BARMY; definition: "Mad"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Mad bishop confronting host (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BARMY.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Mad bishop confronting host (5)"?

Accepted Answer

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