Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sailor has explanation for forgiveness (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Sailor". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is ABSOLUTION. Explanation: AB (abbreviation="Sailor") + SOLUTION (synonym="explanation") = ABSOLUTION; definition: "forgiveness"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Sailor has explanation for forgiveness (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ABSOLUTION.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Sailor has explanation for forgiveness (10)"?

Accepted Answer

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