Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Society embroiled by boom and bust (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "bust". The wordplay technique is anagram, charade. The answer is BOSOM. Explanation: anagram of BOOM ("boom") [anagram: "embroiled"] + S (abbreviation of "Society") = BOSOM; definition: "bust"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Society embroiled by boom and bust (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BOSOM.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Society embroiled by boom and bust (5)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses anagram, charade as its wordplay technique.