Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Vague hunch about policeman (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Vague". The wordplay technique is a container (one word inside another). The answer is INDISTINCT. Explanation: DI (synonym="Detective Inspector") in INSTINCT (synonym="hunch") = INDISTINCT; definition: "Vague"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Vague hunch about policeman (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is INDISTINCT.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Vague hunch about policeman (10)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a container (one word inside another) as its wordplay technique.