Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bird plunged into water gets back (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Bird". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden reversed in "bird plunged into waTER GEts back" The answer is EGRET.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Bird plunged into water gets back (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is EGRET.