Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "One's contracted to halt downfall of business (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "One’s contracted to halt downfall of business". The wordplay uses a cryptic definition. Cryptic definition The answer is SPHINCTER.

Question 2

What is the answer to "One's contracted to halt downfall of business (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SPHINCTER.