What does the cryptic crossword clue "Prow of sailing boat in outline (6)" mean?

The definition is "outline". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. S (first letter of "sailing") + KETCH (synonym of "boat") [first letter: "Prow"]; definition: "outline" The answer is SKETCH.

Prow of sailing boat in outline (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29133 | 20 Down | 2023-07-27 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Guardian's puzzle site →