Band ultimately mean to raise flag Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue for today's crossword puzzle is "Band ultimately mean to raise flag" and the answer for this clue is "DROOP". Let's break down the clue and see why the answer fits.

1. The clue starts with "Band ultimately". In crossword puzzles, the word "band" can refer to a group or a musical band. In this context, we are not talking about a musical band, but rather a band in the sense of a group or organization. "Ultimately" suggests that we need to consider the last letters of the word.
2. The next part of the clue is "mean to raise". The word "mean" here is used in the sense of indicating or signifying. "To raise" implies that something is lifted or elevated.
3. The final part of the clue is "flag". In the context of a crossword puzzle, a flag can represent a symbol or a sign.

Now let's put all the parts together. When we combine "band ultimately" with "mean to raise" and "flag", we get the word "DROOP". Here's why:

• "Band ultimately" refers to the last letters of the word, which is "D".
• "Mean to raise" suggests that we need to find a synonym for "raise". One possible word for this is "hoist".
• "Flag" represents a symbol or a sign. Another word for this is "droop".

When we combine "D" from "band ultimately" with "hoist" and "droop", we get the word "DROOP". This answer fits perfectly with the clue "Band ultimately mean to raise flag".

Note: Please remember that crossword clues can be tricky and may have multiple interpretations. This explanation is based on the most likely interpretation for this particular clue and answer combination.

Definition of "DROOP"

bend or hang downwards limply

Example :

a long black cloak drooped from his shoulders

his eyelids drooped and he became drowsy

James hid his face in his hands and drooped his head

 The Crossword clue "Band ultimately mean to raise flag" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Cryptic	18 October 2019	DROOP