The Clue
Bring to naught (4 letter answer)
The Answer
UNDO
Tags
Notes
The answer UNDO is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
Related Clues
Annul
Cancel
Destroy
Disassemble
Efface
Loosen
Nullify
Open
Ravel
Reverse
Ruin
Wreck
Bring to ruin
Destroy or seduce
Menu option
Reverse, as an action
Reverse, on a PC
Take apart
Tear down
Helpful computer command
Word processing command
Definition
UNDO as a verb:
1. cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect; "I wish I could undo my actions"
2. (unmake, undo) = deprive of certain characteristics
3. cause the ruin or downfall of; "A single mistake undid the President and he had to resign"
4. (untie, undo, loosen) = cause to become loose; "undo the shoelace"; "untie the knot"; "loosen the necktie"
5. (unwrap, undo) = remove the outer cover or wrapping of; "Let's unwrap the gifts!"; "undo the parcel"