What does the cryptic crossword clue "Book house by ocean (5)" mean?

The definition is "Book". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HO (synonym="house") + SEA (synonym="ocean") = HOSEA; definition: "Book" The answer is HOSEA.

Book house by ocean (5)

Independent Cryptic #11964 | 28 Across | 2025-02-12 flower

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