Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Obtain work, and ask for new job? (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "ask for new job". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is REAPPLY. Explanation: REAP (synonym of "Obtain") + PLY (synonym of "work,"); definition: "ask for new job?"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Obtain work, and ask for new job? (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is REAPPLY.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Obtain work, and ask for new job? (7)"?

Accepted Answer

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