Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Chap does away with companion over veiled threat in bed (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "threat in bed". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AP (synonym="AP") + HID (synonym="veiled") = APHID; definition: "threat in bed" The answer is APHID.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Chap does away with companion over veiled threat in bed (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is APHID.