Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Flatten out gold dish first (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Flatten out". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PLATE (synonym="dish") + AU (abbreviation="gold") = PLATEAU; definition: "Flatten out" The answer is PLATEAU.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Flatten out gold dish first (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is PLATEAU.