Cryptic crossword clue
Scott’s problem? Dashing to be first 9

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

I've seen this crossword clue in The Times
F
R
O
S
T
B
I
T
E

Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Scott’s problem" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case scott’s problem = frostbite.
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 FROSTBITE mean?

FROSTBITE noun
  1. An injury suffered as a result of freezing of some part of the body, typically fingers, toes or the nose.
FROSTBITE verb
  1. To expose to the effect of frost, or a frosty air; to blight or nip with frost.
  2. To engage in winter sailboating.

Latest crossword clues with full explanations