What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fair appeal leading to duck (4)" mean?

The definition is "Fair". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. SOS (synonym of "appeal") + O (synonym of "duck") [first letter: "leading"]; definition: "Fair" The answer is SOSO.

Fair appeal leading to duck (4)

Independent Cryptic #11656 | 28 Across | 2024-02-19 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Independent's puzzle site →