The Clue
Tall story? (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ATTIC
Tags
Notes
The answer ATTIC is seen frequently, appearing about once every 110 puzzles.
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Definition
ATTIC as a noun:
1. (loft, attic, garret) = floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage
2. (Attic, Classical Greek) = the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken and written in Attica and Athens
3. (attic, bean, bonce, noodle, noggin, dome) = informal terms for a human head
4. (architecture) a low wall at the top of the entablature; hides the roof
ATTIC as an adjective:
1. of or relating to Attica or its inhabitants or to the dialect spoken in Athens in classical times; "Attic Greek"