Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Telling crook about books (probably stolen) (3-6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "probably stolen". The wordplay technique is anagram, charade. The answer is ILLGOTTEN. Explanation: anagram of TELLING ("Telling") + OT (abbreviation of "books") [anagram: "crook"] = ILLGOTTEN; definition: "(probably stolen)"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Telling crook about books (probably stolen) (3-6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ILLGOTTEN.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Telling crook about books (probably stolen) (3-6)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses anagram, charade as its wordplay technique.