Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old fellow left-winger is protected (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "protected". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). COVE (synonym="old-fashioned word for man, fellow") + RED (synonym="a left winger") = COVERED; definition: "protected" The answer is COVERED.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Old fellow left-winger is protected (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is COVERED.