What's the most likely answer to Putting the lid on the whisky? crossword clue?

The most likely answer is SCOTCHING .

How many solutions for the clue Putting the lid on the whisky? is there?

We've seen this clue 1 times and have 1 unique solutions for this crossword clue.

Putting the lid on the whisky? Crossword Clue Answer

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SCOTCHING

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The straight part

We know that "Putting the lid on" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case putting the lid on = scotching.

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 SCOTCHING mean?

SCOTCHING verb

To cut or score; to wound superficially.
To prevent (something) from being successful.
To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
To block a wheel or other round object.
To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
To clothe or cover up.