Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "American sweet fool knocked back at dance (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "American sweet". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. MUG (synonym of "fool") + BALL (synonym of "dance") [reversal: "knocked"]; definition: "American sweet" The answer is GUMBALL.

Question 2

What is the answer to "American sweet fool knocked back at dance (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is GUMBALL.