Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Number working over 24 hours is twelve (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "twelve". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NO (synonym="number") + ON (synonym="working") + DAY (synonym="24 hours") = NOONDAY; definition: "twelve" The answer is NOONDAY.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Number working over 24 hours is twelve (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is NOONDAY.