Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "How plain cakes may be picked up (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "picked up". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NOT (synonym="NOT") + ICED (synonym="how plain cakes may") = NOTICED; definition: "picked up" The answer is NOTICED.

Question 2

What is the answer to "How plain cakes may be picked up (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is NOTICED.