What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rubbish outside of our bit of machinery (5)" mean?

The definition is "Rubbish". The wordplay uses charade, parts. ROT (synonym of "Rubbish") + OR (middle of "our") [outer letters: "outside"]; definition: "bit of machinery" The answer is ROTOR.

Rubbish outside of our bit of machinery (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28926 | 17 Across | 2022-11-28 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Guardian's puzzle site →