Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Don't, for instance, study adhesive friction (11)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Don’t, for instance". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CON (synonym="study") + TRACTION (synonym="adhesive friction") = CONTRACTION; definition: "Don't, for instance," The answer is CONTRACTION.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Don't, for instance, study adhesive friction (11)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is CONTRACTION.