Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sinner's rude tale about king (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "Sinner". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of RUDETALE ("rude tale") + R (abbreviation of "king") [anagram: "about"] = ADULTERER; definition: "Sinner's" The answer is ADULTERER.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Sinner's rude tale about king (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ADULTERER.