Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "European PM having a pop at philosophy, briefly (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "European PM". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TAOIS (synonym="TAOIS") + EACH (synonym="a pop") = TAOISEACH; definition: "European PM" The answer is TAOISEACH.

Question 2

What is the answer to "European PM having a pop at philosophy, briefly (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TAOISEACH.