Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rough plan from special executioner (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Rough". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SKETCH. Explanation: S (first_letter="special") + KETCH (synonym="executioner") = SKETCH; definition: "Rough plan"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Rough plan from special executioner (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SKETCH.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Rough plan from special executioner (6)"?

Accepted Answer

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