Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Coolness of river with compacted snow around (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Coolness". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). R (synonym="river") in NEVE (synonym="NEVE") = NERVE; definition: "Coolness" The answer is NERVE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Coolness of river with compacted snow around (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is NERVE.