Winter transport left in plant Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Winter transport left in plant" from Daily Cryptic crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Winter transport left in plant" leads us to the answer "SLEDGE" by cleverly combining wordplay and context clues. Here's why:

1. Winter: This keyword hints that the answer is likely related to the season of winter, suggesting a winter-themed mode of transportation.
2. Transport: Indicates that the answer is something used to move from one place to another, aligning with the concept of a vehicle or device for travel.
3. Left in plant: The phrase "left in plant" serves as a cryptic indicator suggesting that within the word "plant" (a type of vegetation), we should consider a term related to transportation in the winter season.

Putting these clues together, we arrive at "SLEDGE" as the answer. A sledge is indeed a winter transport device, typically used on snow or ice, fitting the context of the clue seamlessly. The subtle use of wordplay and the seasonal reference combine to make "SLEDGE" the apt solution for this crossword puzzle.

Definition of "SLEDGE"

a vehicle on runners for conveying loads or passengers over snow or ice, often pulled by draught animals

Example :

a dog sledge

a sledge journey

they sledged down the slopes in the frozen snow

 The Crossword clue "Winter transport left in plant" published 3 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Cryptic	13 March 2024	SLEDGE