Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Times editor's leader subject to deletion (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "subject to deletion". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. ERAS (synonym of "Times") + E (first letter of "editor's") [first letter: "leader"]; definition: "subject to deletion" The answer is ERASE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Times editor's leader subject to deletion (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ERASE.