Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "False step leading to oil spill in capital (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "capital". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of TRIP (synonym="again") + OIL (synonym="OIL") = TRIPOLI; definition: "capital" The answer is TRIPOLI.

Question 2

What is the answer to "False step leading to oil spill in capital (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TRIPOLI.