What does the cryptic crossword clue "Confine confusion in magic diagram (9)" mean?

The definition is "magic diagram". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PEN (synonym="PEN") + TANGLE (synonym="TANGLE") = PENTANGLE; definition: "magic diagram" The answer is PENTANGLE.

Confine confusion in magic diagram (9)

Times Cryptic #29107 | 4 Down | 2024-12-23 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →