Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Self-reference in book published without purpose (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Self-reference". The wordplay technique is a deletion. The answer is BRENDAN. Explanation: B [book] + RAN [published] outside [without] END [purpose]

Question 2

What is the answer to "Self-reference in book published without purpose (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BRENDAN.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Self-reference in book published without purpose (7)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a deletion as its wordplay technique.