Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Target man flying Spitfire (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Spitfire". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is TERMAGANT. Explanation: anagram of TARGETMAN ("Target man") [anagram: "flying"] = TERMAGANT; definition: "Spitfire"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Target man flying Spitfire (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TERMAGANT.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Target man flying Spitfire (9)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.