Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Act prematurely and clear article by Rod (4,3,3)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Act prematurely". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). JUMP (synonym="clear") + THE (synonym="definite") + GUN (synonym="Rod") = JUMPTHEGUN; definition: "Act prematurely" The answer is JUMPTHEGUN.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Act prematurely and clear article by Rod (4,3,3)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is JUMPTHEGUN.