Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "They would be crowned before getting on boats (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "They would be crowned". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PRE (synonym of "before") + TENDER (synonym of "boats") + S (abbreviation of "on"); definition: "They would be crowned" The answer is PRETENDERS.

Question 2

What is the answer to "They would be crowned before getting on boats (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is PRETENDERS.