What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cautious, having answer misplaced? It's wrong (4)" mean?

The definition is "wrong". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation="answer") + WRY (synonym="wrong") = AWRY; definition: "Cautious," The answer is AWRY.

Cautious, having answer misplaced? It's wrong (4)

Times Cryptic #28804 | 4 Down | 2024-01-04 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →