Ruff Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Evening Standard - Quick" and the clue we are solving today is "Ruff".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Ruff" may seem puzzling at first, but the answer "TRUMP" holds a clever connection to the clue. Let's break it down:

1. The word "ruff" can refer to a type of collar that is worn around the neck, often frilled or fluted.
2. When we think of a "trump," the term can be associated with a triumph or a winning play in card games where a higher-ranked card wins over others.
3. In a similar sense, the word "trump" can metaphorically symbolize something that surpasses or triumphs over others, akin to a collar that stands out or is superior, just like a winning card in a game.
4. Therefore, the seemingly unrelated pairing of "ruff" and "trump" in this crossword puzzle is a clever play on words, connecting the distinctive collar to the concept of triumph or superiority.

This association between the clue "ruff" and the answer "trump" showcases the creative and multifaceted nature of crossword puzzles, where words can hold deeper meanings beyond their surface definitions.

More Answers:

• TRUMP
• FRILL
• ARF
• COLLAR
• ELIZABETHANCOLLAR
• NECKLACE

Definition of "TRUMP"

(in bridge, whist, and similar card games) a playing card of the suit chosen to rank above the others, which can win a trick where a card of a different suit has been led

Example :

declarer ruffs the opening lead and plays a trump

the ace of trumps

in this month General Haig decided to play his trump card: the tank

 The Crossword clue "Ruff" published 10 time/s & has 6 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Evening Standard - Quick	7 March 2024	TRUMP
The Irish Independent Simple	22 March 2023	FRILL
The Irish News Quick	25 August 2017	FRILL
Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate	13 June 2010	ARF
The Telegraph - Quick	3 June 2009	COLLAR
Boston Globe	12 October 2008	ELIZABETHANCOLLAR
Irish Times Crosaire	20 November 2001	NECKLACE