Fellow to steer away? Rot Crossword Clue

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Best Answer:
FESTER

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

To decipher the clue "Fellow to steer away? Rot" which corresponds to the answer "FESTER," we need to break down the elements of the clue itself. The word "Fellow" is usually used to refer to a man or a guy, often known as a fellow. The phrase "to steer away" suggests moving or directing something away. When we combine these two parts, "to steer away" could imply pushing someone or something in a different direction. The question mark at the end of this part hints at a hidden or cryptic meaning, possibly indicating a figurative steer rather than a literal one.

The word "Rot" typically signifies decay, decomposition, or deterioration. Putting these parts together, we see a wordplay where the idea of a 'fellow' being guided or directed away leads to a state of decay or deterioration, which perfectly aligns with the word "FESTER." A wound left unattended festers, representing a process of decay or putrefaction. In this context, the clue cleverly disguises a progression from movement to a state of decay, culminating in the fitting answer "FESTER."



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Definition of "FESTER"

(of a wound or sore) become septic; suppurate

Example :
  • I developed a tropical sore that festered badly
  • piles of mouldy grey paper festered by the sink
  • below the surface, the old antagonisms festered

  •  The Crossword clue "Fellow to steer away? Rot" published 6 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 
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    Mirror cryptic17 July 2021FESTER


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