I'll see new name for boy Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "I'll see new name for boy" from Daily Cryptic crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's crossword clue, "I'll see new name for boy," fits perfectly with the answer "LESLIE." Here's why:

1. I'll see: This phrase hints at a play on words, suggesting that the solution involves a rearrangement or transformation of some sort.
2. New name: This part of the clue implies a change or substitution, indicating that the original name may be altered in some way.
3. For boy: The inclusion of "for boy" narrows down the scope, suggesting that the resulting name should typically be associated with males.

When we combine these elements and take a closer look at "I'll see new name for boy," we realize that rearranging the letters in "I'll see" can indeed give us "LESLIE." Despite traditionally being seen as a girl's name, this clue cleverly misleads solvers into thinking about a male name, only to surprise them with the unisex name Leslie.

 The Crossword clue "I'll see new name for boy" published 4 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Cryptic	22 February 2024	LESLIE