What does the cryptic crossword clue "Answer every crossword has, ostensibly acronymic (4)" mean?

The definition is "Answer". The wordplay uses a hidden word. E (first_letter="every") + C (first_letter="crossword") + H (first_letter="has,") + O (first_letter="ostensibly") = ECHO; definition: "Answer" The answer is ECHO.

Answer every crossword has, ostensibly acronymic (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29641 | 21 Across | 2025-03-13 flower

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