What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gossip old PM cut short on voting system (7)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PR (synonym="Proportional Representation – voting system") + ATTLE (synonym="Clement") = PRATTLE The answer is PRATTLE.

Gossip old PM cut short on voting system (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29504 | 5 Across | 2024-10-03 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Guardian's puzzle site →