The Clue
Empty space (3 letter answer)
The Answer
GAP
Tags
Notes
The answer GAP is seen frequently, appearing about once every 110 puzzles.
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Definition
GAP as a noun:
1. (gap, spread) = a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures; "gap between income and outgo"; "the spread between lending and borrowing costs"
2. (opening, gap) = an open or empty space in or between things; "there was a small opening between the trees"; "the explosion made a gap in the wall"
3. (gap, crack) = a narrow opening; "he opened the window a crack"
4. (col, gap) = a pass between mountain peaks
5. a difference (especially an unfortunate difference) between two opinions or two views or two situations
6. (break, interruption, disruption, gap) = an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity; "it was presented without commercial breaks"; "there was a gap in his account"
GAP as a verb:
1. (gap, breach) = make an opening or gap in