Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old folk can be canniest, surprisingly (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Old folk". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is ANCIENTS. Explanation: anagram of CANNIEST ("canniest,") [anagram: "surprisingly"] = ANCIENTS; definition: "Old folk"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Old folk can be canniest, surprisingly (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ANCIENTS.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Old folk can be canniest, surprisingly (8)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.