Fish quiver with head cut off Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Fish quiver with head cut off" leads us to the answer "HAKE" for several reasons:

• Fish: This clue indicates that the answer is related to a type of fish.
• Quiver: The term "quiver" suggests a slight shaking or trembling motion.
• With head cut off: The phrase "with head cut off" implies the removal of the first letter of a word.

Considering these aspects, "HAKE" fits the clue perfectly:

1. Hake: By removing the first letter "H," which represents the head of the word, we are left with "ake," matching the idea of a fish quivering.

Therefore, the answer "HAKE" aligns with the clue's description when we interpret it as a fish that trembles without its initial letter, making it the correct solution for today's crossword puzzle.

Definition of "HAKE"

a large-headed elongated fish with long jaws and strong teeth. It is a valuable commercial food fish.

 The Crossword clue "Fish quiver with head cut off" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Guardian	26 January 2018	HAKE