Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Conservative lawbreaker ignoring the first leader (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "leader". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). C (synonym="C") + HIEF (synonym="HIEF") = CHIEF; definition: "leader" The answer is CHIEF.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Conservative lawbreaker ignoring the first leader (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is CHIEF.