What does the cryptic crossword clue "Appear like Lent with a sad tear? (9)" mean?

The definition is "is". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of LENT (synonym="anagram") + TEAR (synonym="anagrammed") + A (synonym="A") = ALTERNATE; definition: "is" The answer is ALTERNATE.

Appear like Lent with a sad tear? (9)

Times Cryptic #29183 | 15 Down | 2025-03-21 flower

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