Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Delay supplying tree — new date needed for planting (4,4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Delay supplying". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of LIME (synonym="the evergreen tree producing the citrus fruit, the lime") + DATE (synonym="new") = LEADTIME; definition: "Delay supplying" The answer is LEADTIME.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Delay supplying tree — new date needed for planting (4,4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is LEADTIME.