Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old city flourishing with distinguished artist (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Old city". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PALMY (synonym="flourishing") + RA (abbreviation="artist") = PALMYRA; definition: "Old city" The answer is PALMYRA.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Old city flourishing with distinguished artist (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is PALMYRA.