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lift and separate

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. A cryptic crossword device where several indicators and wordplay elements are combined into a coherent misleading phrase.
  2. A cryptic crossword device where a single word must be read as multiple words – for example, "indeed" as "in deed".
    proscribed, sometimes

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

lift and shift lift bridge lift car lift club lift girl lift music

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