Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Treat once penniless child — no fortune involved but it will cover the essentials (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "it will cover the essentials". The answer is LOINCLOTH.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Treat once penniless child — no fortune involved but it will cover the essentials (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is LOINCLOTH.