Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "This instant wicket comes after not out (3)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "This instant". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is NOW. Explanation: NO (abbreviation="not out") + W (abbreviation="wicket") = NOW; definition: "This instant"

Question 2

What is the answer to "This instant wicket comes after not out (3)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is NOW.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "This instant wicket comes after not out (3)"?

Accepted Answer

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