Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Metallic element, rather odd, gathering attention (4,5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Metallic element,". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of RATHER ("rather") + EAR (abbreviation of "attention") [anagram: "odd,"] = RAREEARTH; definition: "Metallic element," The answer is RAREEARTH.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Metallic element, rather odd, gathering attention (4,5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is RAREEARTH.