Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Parent with ace coats providing raised hoods (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "hoods". The wordplay technique is a reversal. The answer is MAFIA. Explanation: MA (synonym="MA") + IF (reversal="IF") + A (synonym="ce") = MAFIA; definition: "hoods"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Parent with ace coats providing raised hoods (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is MAFIA.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Parent with ace coats providing raised hoods (5)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a reversal as its wordplay technique.