Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Went backwards, a long way down (4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "a long way down". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of PEED (synonym of "Went") [reversal: "backwards,"]; definition: "a long way down" The answer is DEEP.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Went backwards, a long way down (4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DEEP.