Cryptic crossword clue
Buddy in Oz with Burl, mostly frolicsome 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SPORTIVE

I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
S
P
O
R
T
I
V
E

Buddy explains!

The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does SPORTIVE mean?

SPORTIVE noun
  1. Cyclosportive
SPORTIVE adjective
  1. Lively; merry; spritely
  2. Playful, coltish.
  3. Interested in sport.
  4. Sporty, good at sport.

Latest crossword clues with full explanations