Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Behave protectively towards different male leads (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Behave protectively towards". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. M (first letter of "male") [first letter: "leads"] + OTHER (synonym of "different"); definition: "Behave protectively towards" The answer is MOTHER.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Behave protectively towards different male leads (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is MOTHER.