Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Women in pews perhaps trying to maintain body temperature (8)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "trying to maintain body temperature". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). W (synonym="omen") in SEATING (synonym="SEATING") = SWEATING The answer is SWEATING.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Women in pews perhaps trying to maintain body temperature (8)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SWEATING.