Eccentric prison officer unknown Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Eccentric prison officer unknown" from Daily Cryptic crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The answer "SCREWY" fits the clue "Eccentric prison officer unknown" due to several key connections:

1. The term "screwy" is commonly used to describe something that is odd, eccentric, or unconventional in nature.
2. In a prison setting, a "screw" is often slang for a prison officer or guard. The mention of a "prison officer" in the clue hints at this association.
3. The addition of "unknown" in the clue suggests an element of mystery or anonymity, which aligns with the informal and slangy nature of the word "screwy."

Therefore, when considering the elements of an eccentric or odd prison officer coupled with the sense of the unknown, "SCREWY" emerges as the apt answer for today's crossword clue.

Definition of "SCREWY"

rather odd or eccentric

Example :

my uncles were screwy old guys who had abandoned everyday life

something screwy's going on here

 The Crossword clue "Eccentric prison officer unknown" published 3 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Cryptic	19 April 2024	SCREWY