Meaning of anagrind | Babel Free

Definitions

Part of a cryptic crossword clue indicating that the letters of another word or phrase in the clue should be anagrammed.

Examples

“This is really good. Esp. the beard clue, and 2D, except I don't see the purpose of the scare quotes around 'fantastic' -- there must be a better anagrind for this -- diabolical? weird?”

“The surface isn't quite ideal: for the candymaker to eat the candy ... but confection is good for anagrind, I see upon checking ... same as concoction.”

“"Oldster maybe, but she can drag man away" (7) anag(drag man): definition too vague and weakish anagrind.”

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