Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old number three fouled (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Old number". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is ETHER. Explanation: anagram of THREE ("three") [anagram: "fouled"] = ETHER; definition: "Old number"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Old number three fouled (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ETHER.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Old number three fouled (5)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.