Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Alert performing in court battle (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Alert". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of ALERT (synonym="ALERT") + WOO (synonym="court") = WATERLOO; definition: "battle" The answer is WATERLOO.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Alert performing in court battle (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is WATERLOO.