Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Characteristic of vehicles with tail end low (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Characteristic of vehicles". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). W (synonym of "with") + HEEL (synonym of "tail end") + BASE (synonym of "low"); definition: "Characteristic of vehicles" The answer is WHEELBASE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Characteristic of vehicles with tail end low (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is WHEELBASE.