Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lay weapon before leader (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Lay". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ARM (synonym of "weapon") + CHAIR (synonym of "leader"); definition: "Lay" The answer is ARMCHAIR.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Lay weapon before leader (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ARMCHAIR.