What does the cryptic crossword clue "Potholer cut by scrap iron in desperation to get out (5,5)" mean?

This cryptic clue uses wordplay to arrive at the answer. Visit the page for progressive hints — definition, wordplay type, and a full step-by-step explanation.

Potholer cut by scrap iron in desperation to get out (5,5)

Times Cryptic #29087 | 3 Down | 2024-11-29

Generating...

I haven't cracked this one yet — but the brilliant team at Times for the Times have:

CAVER (potholer), containing all of (cut by) BIN (scrap) + FE (iron).

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →