Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dope engaged by factory sounding mournful (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Dope". The wordplay uses charade, container. GEN (synonym of "Dope") + PLANT (synonym of "factory") [container: "engaged"]; definition: "sounding mournful" The answer is PLANGENT.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Dope engaged by factory sounding mournful (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is PLANGENT.