Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Astonished by a direction to fight (3-6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Astonished". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym="A") + WEST (synonym="”direction”") + RUCK (synonym="slang for a “fight”") = AWESTRUCK; definition: "Astonished" The answer is AWESTRUCK.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Astonished by a direction to fight (3-6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is AWESTRUCK.