Cryptic crossword clue
Stick around tree, hiding 8

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

C
L
O
A
K
I
N
G

Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "hiding" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case hiding = cloaking.
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 CLOAKING mean?

CLOAKING verb
  1. To cover as with a cloak.
  2. To hide or conceal.
  3. To render or become invisible via futuristic technology.
CLOAKING noun
  1. The act of wrapping or covering with a cloak.
  2. The material from which cloaks are made.

Latest crossword clues with full explanations