What does the cryptic crossword clue "Against epithet for the four Beatles in private conversation (6)" mean?

The definition is "private conversation". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CON (synonym="Against") + FAB (synonym="FAB") = CONFAB; definition: "private conversation" The answer is CONFAB.

Against epithet for the four Beatles in private conversation (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29696 | 10 Across | 2025-05-16 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Guardian's puzzle site →