Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Published one in The Scotsman and a national (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "national". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). I (synonym of "one") + RAN (synonym of "Published") + IAN (synonym of "Scotsman"); definition: "national" The answer is IRANIAN.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Published one in The Scotsman and a national (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is IRANIAN.