Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Smashed head of suction hose (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "hose". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. TIGHT (synonym of "Smashed") + S (first letter of "suction") [first letter: "head"]; definition: "hose" The answer is TIGHTS.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Smashed head of suction hose (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TIGHTS.