Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stray from path, brought to church thereafter (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "thereafter". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SIN (synonym="Stray") + CE (abbreviation="church") = SINCE; definition: "thereafter" The answer is SINCE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Stray from path, brought to church thereafter (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SINCE.