Low satellite? Not quite Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Low satellite? Not quite" from Daily Cryptic crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Low satellite? Not quite" seems puzzling at first. However, upon closer inspection, the answer "MOO" becomes clear. Here's why:

1. Low: In the context of this clue, "Low" could be referring to a sound or noise that comes from an object near the ground.
2. Satellite: In modern times, the term "satellite" is often associated with artificial objects in space that orbit the Earth.
3. Not quite: The inclusion of "Not quite" suggests a play on words or a deviation from the expected meaning.

Putting these elements together, we realize that "Low satellite? Not quite" is a clever way to hint at the answer "MOO." When a cow is described as a "low satellite," it humorously combines the idea of a sound associated with cows ("moo") and the concept of a lowly positioned object ("satellite"), with the added twist of "Not quite" to signal the playful nature of the clue.

Definition of "MOO"

make the characteristic deep resonant vocal sound of cattle

Example :

the cows mooed from the barn

the doleful moo of a cow

you silly old moo

 The Crossword clue "Low satellite? Not quite" published 3 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Cryptic	11 March 2024	MOO