Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "German drops cereal (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "cereal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). G (abbreviation="German") + RAIN (synonym="drops") = GRAIN; definition: "cereal" The answer is GRAIN.

Question 2

What is the answer to "German drops cereal (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is GRAIN.