What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mental toughness shown in 19A/ (5)" mean?

The definition is "Mental toughness". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym="SMALL [entry at 19 across]") + PINE (synonym="type of TREE [11 across]") = SPINE The answer is SPINE.

Mental toughness shown in 19A/ (5)

Independent Cryptic #11729 | 13 Down | 2024-05-14 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Independent's puzzle site →