Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Vitriolic Commons output of the ’80s (4,5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "output of the ’80s". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is ACIDHOUSE. Explanation: ACID (synonym="vitriolic") + HOUSE (synonym="of Commons") = ACIDHOUSE; definition: "output of the '80s"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Vitriolic Commons output of the ’80s (4,5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ACIDHOUSE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Vitriolic Commons output of the ’80s (4,5)"?

Accepted Answer

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