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Rouse ancestors holding one of these? (6) Minute Cryptic Crossword Clue
Searching for the answer to “Rouse ancestors holding one of these? (6)” 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
This clue's indicator is 'holding', and it's a hidden word indicator. Some nearby fodder will be holding our answer!
This clue's fodder is 'Rouse ancestors'. We'll use these letters (or some of them) to compile our answer, as guided by the indicator(s).
This clue is a partial &lit. An &lit is one where the whole clue is both the definition and the wordplay, and a partial &lit is where the whole clue is the definition but only part of the clue is the wordplay. So, here, our will be something that might rouse ancestors when you hold it...
The answer to Rouse ancestors holding one of these? (6) is SEANCE.
In cryptic crosswords, the definition is often at the start or the end of the clue. In this case, "one of these?" points to something that might be asked about, which is a seance (a meeting to contact spirits, often held to communicate with ancestors).
"Rouse" here suggests an anagram or stirring up letters. The word "ancestors" is the key to this part of the clue.
"Holding one of these" refers to the fact that the letter "I" (Roman numeral for 1) is inserted into the word "ancestors," creating "seance" (which is also related to contacting ancestors in the context of the clue).
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.
