English maiden is all over Ash to go on board Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "English maiden is all over Ash to go on board".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "English maiden is all over Ash to go on board" leads us to the answer "EMBARK." Let's dissect the clue to understand why this answer fits perfectly:

• English: In crossword puzzles, "English" can often refer to the language itself or be a hint to use the first letter of an English word. In this case, it hints at using the first letter of a word related to England or the English language.
• maiden: "Maiden" typically refers to a young woman or a virgin. In the context of a crossword clue, "maiden" usually indicates using the letter 'M.'
• is all over: This part suggests that a certain letter or word is all around another word or phrase. In the case of our clue, it implies that a letter or word is surrounding or within the following text.
• Ash: "Ash" can be interpreted as the letters 'A' and 'H' together, representing ash or the residue left after burning. The presence of 'A' and 'H' in the clue leads us to consider these letters.
• to go on board: "To go on board" is a common phrasing in crossword puzzles to suggest embarking or getting on a ship or aircraft. It indicates taking a journey or starting something new.

Combining these elements, we derive that:

1. We start with the first letter of "English," which is 'E'.
2. Next, we include the letter 'M' from "maiden."
3. Then, we add 'A' from "Ash," which is alluded to as being all over.
4. Finally, considering "to go on board," we form the word "EMBARK," signifying the act of boarding a ship.

Therefore, the answer "EMBARK" aptly fits the clue "English maiden is all over Ash to go on board" when analyzed in the context of crossword construction and wordplay.

Definition of "EMBARK"

go on board a ship or aircraft

Example :

he embarked for India in 1817

the passengers were ready to be embarked

she embarked on a new career

 The Crossword clue "English maiden is all over Ash to go on board" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	22 March 2019	EMBARK