Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Possibly stroke male pigs bishop released on island (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Possibly stroke". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OARS (synonym="OARS") + MAN (synonym="MAN") = OARSMAN; definition: "Possibly stroke" The answer is OARSMAN.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Possibly stroke male pigs bishop released on island (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is OARSMAN.