What does the cryptic crossword clue "Draw game? He painted frescoes (7)" mean?

The definition is "He painted frescoes". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TIE (synonym of "Draw") + POLO (synonym of "game?"); definition: "He painted frescoes" The answer is TIEPOLO.

Draw game? He painted frescoes (7)

Times Cryptic #29049 | 25 Across | 2024-10-16 flower

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