Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Metal chain, ounce perhaps? (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "ounce perhaps?". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is FELINE. Explanation: FE (synonym="FE") + LINE (synonym="LINE") = FELINE; definition: "ounce perhaps?"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Metal chain, ounce perhaps? (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is FELINE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Metal chain, ounce perhaps? (6)"?

Accepted Answer

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