Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old tune blasted out as they leave the stage (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Old". The wordplay technique is anagram, charade. The answer is EXEUNT. Explanation: anagram of TUNE ("tune") [anagram: "blasted"] + EX (abbreviation of "Old") = EXEUNT; definition: "they leave the stage"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Old tune blasted out as they leave the stage (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is EXEUNT.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Old tune blasted out as they leave the stage (6)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses anagram, charade as its wordplay technique.