Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ruler from European border heading West (4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Ruler". The wordplay technique is charade, reversal. The answer is EMIR. Explanation: E (synonym of "European") + RIM (synonym of "border") [reversal: "heading West"]; definition: "Ruler"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Ruler from European border heading West (4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is EMIR.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Ruler from European border heading West (4)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses charade, reversal as its wordplay technique.