Frontier lawman has to carry something to muffle gunshot? Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Frontier lawman has to carry something to muffle gunshot?" leads us to the answer "EARPLUG." Let's break down why this answer fits the clue:

1. Frontier lawman: This part of the clue hints at someone in a rugged, wild west setting, where gunshots may be common, and protection would be required.
2. Carry something: Indicates that the solution involves having an item on hand or with you.
3. To muffle gunshot: The phrase "to muffle gunshot" suggests a need to lessen the noise of a firearm when it goes off, which aligns with the purpose of earplugs.

Putting these elements together, we see that "EARPLUG" fits the clue perfectly. The earplugs would indeed help muffle the sound of gunshots for the frontier lawman, providing necessary protection for their ears in noisy environments.

Definition of "EARPLUG"

a piece of wax, rubber, or cotton wool placed in the ear as protection against noise, water, or cold air.

 The Crossword clue "Frontier lawman has to carry something to muffle gunshot?" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Cryptic	18 October 2017	EARPLUG