Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Beside edges of tablecloth spread crumbs (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "crumbs". The wordplay uses charade, parts. STREW (synonym of "spread") [outer letters: "edges"] + TH (middle of "tablecloth"); definition: "crumbs" The answer is STREWTH.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Beside edges of tablecloth spread crumbs (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is STREWTH.