Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Screeching of small missile (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Screeching". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym of "small") + TRIDENT (synonym of "missile"); definition: "Screeching" The answer is STRIDENT.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Screeching of small missile (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is STRIDENT.