Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wife leaves to clean what's in hearth (3)" mean?

Accepted Answer

This cryptic clue uses wordplay to arrive at the answer. Visit the page for progressive hints — definition, wordplay type, and a full step-by-step explanation.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Wife leaves to clean what's in hearth (3)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is ASH.