The Clue
Tell, e.g. (6 letter answer)
The Answer
ARCHER
Tags
Notes
The answer ARCHER is uncommon, appearing about once every 500 puzzles.
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Definition
ARCHER as a noun:
1. (archer, bowman) = a person who is expert in the use of a bow and arrow
2. (Sagittarius, Archer) = (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Sagittarius
3. (Sagittarius, Sagittarius the Archer, Archer) = the ninth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about November 22 to December 21
ARCH as an adjective:
1. (arch, condescending, patronizing, patronising) = (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
2. expert in skulduggery; "an arch criminal"