Several doctors, about five, the fellow dismissed Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue Several doctors, about five, the fellow dismissed published by "Evening Standard - Cryptic" and we have possible answers listed below:

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

In today's crossword, the clue "Several doctors, about five, the fellow dismissed" leads us to the answer "DIVERS." Here is why this answer fits the clue perfectly:

• Several doctors: The word "doctors" here can refer to the abbreviation "Dr." which is often used before a name. So, "Several doctors" indicate multiple instances of this abbreviation.
• About five: The number "five" hints at the Roman numeral "V," which is equivalent to the numerical value of 5.
• The fellow dismissed: In this context, "the fellow dismissed" suggests removing or dismissing the letter "D" from a word or phrase.

Combining these clues, we get "DIVERS." The word "DIVERS" is derived by taking multiple instances of the abbreviation "Dr.," representing "several doctors," adding the Roman numeral "V" for "about five," and finally dismissing the letter "D" as indicated by "the fellow dismissed." Thus, "DIVERS" is the apt answer for today's crossword clue.

Definition of "DIVERS"

of varying types; several

Example :

in divers places

 The Crossword clue "Several doctors, about five, the fellow dismissed" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Evening Standard - Cryptic	19 April 2024	DIVERS