Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Defensive position of British PM falling short, intended to be heard (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Defensive position". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). BATTLE (synonym="British") + MEN (synonym="intended") + T (first_letter="to") = BATTLEMENT; definition: "Defensive position" The answer is BATTLEMENT.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Defensive position of British PM falling short, intended to be heard (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is BATTLEMENT.