Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nasty smell surrounds Oscar, drunken old gangster (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

This cryptic clue uses wordplay to arrive at the answer. Visit the page for progressive hints — definition, wordplay type, and a full step-by-step explanation.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Nasty smell surrounds Oscar, drunken old gangster (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is HOODLUM.