Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Respect unusual sign of authority (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "sign of authority". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of RESPECT ("Respect") [anagram: "unusual"] = SCEPTRE; definition: "sign of authority" The answer is SCEPTRE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Respect unusual sign of authority (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SCEPTRE.