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Arcane Structures and Cryptic Lexemes is a hard crossword puzzle with 17 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.

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Arcane Structures and Cryptic Lexemes
Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
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Across
  • 1. Removing elements to reveal hidden answer inside (11)
  • 2. Initial sound swap reveals a quirky clue device (10)
  • 3. Marks that mislead or assist in cryptic parsing (11)
  • 4. Word-in-word device encloses answer component (9)
  • 5. Sound-alike word used cleverly in puzzles (9)
  • 10. Backwards reading creates new sense in clues (8)
  • 11. Signpost within clue pointing to definition or wordplay (9)
  • 13. Mysterious clue style to obscure meaning (7)
  • 16. Rearranged letters form a secret twist (7)
Down
  • 6. Part of clue stating direct answer meaning (10)
  • 7. Ambiguous phrase offering two interpretations (12)
  • 8. Word that reads same forwards and backwards (10)
  • 9. Count of letters given to assist solvers (11)
  • 12. Word formed by sequential parts, like a puzzle play (7)
  • 14. Hidden initial letters form a clue’s shortcut (7)
  • 15. Relating clue components by likeness or parallel (7)
  • 17. Understatement form twisting clue sense subtly (7)
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