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The Clue

Irrational (4 letter answer)

The Answer

SURD

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Notes

The answer SURD is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 650 puzzles.

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Definition

SURD as a noun:

1. (surd, voiceless consonant) = a consonant produced without sound from the vocal cords

SURD as an adjective:

1. (unvoiced, voiceless, surd, hard) = produced without vibration of the vocal cords; "unvoiced consonants such as `p' and `k' and `s'"