Every prime cut from homebred cattle? (4) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
Searching for the answer to “Every prime cut from homebred cattle? (4)” in today’s Minute Cryptic Crossword? Look no further! We’ve provided the solution to help you finish the puzzle and make the most of your crossword-solving experience.
Hints
'Every prime cut from' is a deletion indicator - it tells us to cut certain letters from some neighbouring fodder.
Our fodder is 'homebred'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to construct our answer according to the instructions given by our indicator(s).
The definition is 'cattle' - a word with a direct connection to our answer.
The answer to "Every prime cut from homebred cattle? (4)" is HERD.
The clue works by taking the prime-position letters of “EVERY” (2nd, 3rd, and 5th), which gives ERD, then adding H (from “home” in “homebred”) to form HERD; the definition is “cattle,” as a herd is a group of cattle.
Minute Cryptic
A Minute Cryptic is a type of crossword puzzle that focuses on very short, often tricky clues that require quick and sharp thinking. These puzzles typically feature concise clues that challenge solvers to think outside the box and consider alternative meanings, wordplay, or indirect references.
Unlike traditional cryptic clues, which may have more detailed explanations, Minute Cryptics are designed to be solved in a very short amount of time, often making them ideal for quick bursts of mental exercise. They tend to require both a good understanding of wordplay and a high level of familiarity with common crossword conventions, but their brevity makes them a fun and engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
