Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "As a feather in bed is spoilt (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "spoilt". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). LIGHT (synonym="as a feather is") in BED (synonym="BED") = BLIGHTED; definition: "spoilt" The answer is BLIGHTED.

Question 2

What is the answer to "As a feather in bed is spoilt (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BLIGHTED.