What does the cryptic crossword clue "Finished drunk and on edge (7)" mean?

The definition is "on edge". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). UP (synonym of "Finished") + TIGHT (synonym of "drunk"); definition: "edge" The answer is UPTIGHT.

Finished drunk and on edge (7)

Times Cryptic #28586 | 4 Down | 2023-04-25 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →