Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Writing system of numeric characters decrypted (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Writing system". The wordplay technique is an anagram. The answer is CUNEIFORM. Explanation: anagram of OF + NUMERIC = CUNEIFORM; definition: "Writing system"

Question 2

What is the answer to "Writing system of numeric characters decrypted (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is CUNEIFORM.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Writing system of numeric characters decrypted (9)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses an anagram as its wordplay technique.