Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "PM once great leader? (5,4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "leader?". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is NORTHSTAR. Explanation: NORTH (synonym of "PM once") + STAR (synonym of "great"); definition: "leader?"

Question 2

What is the answer to "PM once great leader? (5,4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is NORTHSTAR.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "PM once great leader? (5,4)"?

Accepted Answer

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