Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "New recruit drops from sky to penetrate sporting target (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "New recruit". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RAIN (synonym="drops from sky") in TEE (synonym="sporting target") = TRAINEE; definition: "New recruit" The answer is TRAINEE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "New recruit drops from sky to penetrate sporting target (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TRAINEE.