Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Verbal nudge in empty sermon (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Verbal". The wordplay technique is charade, container. The answer is SPOKEN. Explanation: POKE (synonym of "nudge") + SN (letters from "sermon") [container: "in"]; definition: "Verbal"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Verbal nudge in empty sermon (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SPOKEN.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Verbal nudge in empty sermon (6)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses charade, container as its wordplay technique.