Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Horrify a quiet friend (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "friend". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation of "a") + P (synonym of "quiet") + PAL (synonym of "friend"); definition: "Horrify" The answer is APPAL.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Horrify a quiet friend (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is APPAL.