Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Building hotel by river (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "river". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). H (abbreviation="hotel") + OUSE (synonym="river") = HOUSE; definition: "Building" The answer is HOUSE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Building hotel by river (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is HOUSE.