Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Got into bed with a criminal (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Got". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of INTOBED ("into bed") + A (abbreviation of "a") [anagram: "criminal"] = OBTAINED; definition: "Got" The answer is OBTAINED.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Got into bed with a criminal (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is OBTAINED.