What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dark wood inlay in marquetry no better when raised (5)" mean?

The definition is "Dark". The wordplay uses hidden reversed. Hidden reversed in "dark wood inlay in marquetrY NO BEtter when raised" The answer is EBONY.

Dark wood inlay in marquetry no better when raised (5)

Times Cryptic #29184 | 4 Down | 2025-03-22 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →