Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "One spread out on back of board, as shown (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "shown". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is DISPLAYED. Explanation: I(one), SPLAYED(spread out) after the last letter of boarD

Question 2

What is the answer to "One spread out on back of board, as shown (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DISPLAYED.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "One spread out on back of board, as shown (9)"?

Accepted Answer

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