Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Back end of chestnut horse given stroke (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Back end of chestnut". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PUNCH (synonym="horse") + LINE (synonym="stroke") = PUNCHLINE The answer is PUNCHLINE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Back end of chestnut horse given stroke (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is PUNCHLINE.