Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Black day after detective's put out of action (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "put out of action". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DI (synonym of "detective's") + SABLE (synonym of "Black") + D (synonym of "day"); definition: "put out of action" The answer is DISABLED.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Black day after detective's put out of action (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DISABLED.