Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old coin, article blocking pipe? (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Old coin". The wordplay uses charade, container. A (synonym of "article") + DUCT (synonym of "pipe?") [container: "blocking"]; definition: "Old coin," The answer is DUCAT.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Old coin, article blocking pipe? (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DUCAT.