What does the cryptic crossword clue "Might it deter free camping? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Might it deter". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RID (synonym="free") in TENT (synonym="camping") = TRIDENT; definition: "Might it deter" The answer is TRIDENT.

Might it deter free camping? (7)

Times Cryptic #29066 | 3 Down | 2024-11-05 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →