Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Touch a bikini? (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "bikini". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is TANGA. Explanation: TANG (synonym="a tinge / trace / hint [of a flavour]=”Touch”") + A (synonym="A") = TANGA; definition: "bikini?"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Touch a bikini? (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TANGA.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Touch a bikini? (5)"?

Accepted Answer

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