Fierce creature American soldier upset in lock Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Fierce creature American soldier upset in lock" corresponds to the answer "TIGRESS." Let's break down why this answer fits the clue:

1. Fierce Creature: A "TIGRESS" is a fierce creature, known for its strength and aggressiveness, aligning with the description in the clue.
2. American Soldier: In this context, "American soldier" can be understood as "GI," a term often used to refer to American soldiers. When this word is upset (reversed), it gives "IG."
3. In Lock: Combining "IG" (from 'American soldier') within the word "TRESS" creates "TIGRESS." The term "lock" indicates that "IG" is enclosed within the surrounding letters to form the complete answer.

Therefore, the word "TIGRESS" accurately matches the given clue by integrating elements of a fierce creature and an American soldier in a clever wordplay combination.

Definition of "TIGRESS"

a female tiger.

 The Crossword clue "Fierce creature American soldier upset in lock" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Telegraph - Cryptic	16 October 2018	TIGRESS