Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Vessel opening after day (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "day". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FRI (synonym of "day") + GATE (synonym of "opening"); definition: "Vessel" The answer is FRIGATE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Vessel opening after day (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is FRIGATE.