Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hose with tear needing repair? (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Hose". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of TEAR ("tear") [anagram: "needing"] + W (abbreviation of "with") = WATER; definition: "Hose" The answer is WATER.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Hose with tear needing repair? (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is WATER.