Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Used to 6 down various places listed to open (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Used to 6 down". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is SCALPEL. Explanation: PLACES* + L[isted]

Question 2

What is the answer to "Used to 6 down various places listed to open (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SCALPEL.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Used to 6 down various places listed to open (7)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.