Explosive line on site after leader leaves Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Explosive line on site after leader leaves" leads to the answer "CORDITE" for several key reasons:

• Explosive: The term "explosive" in the clue points to an element that is often associated with explosives or ammunition.
• Line: "Line" could refer to a sequence or arrangement, hinting at a specific chemical compound or material.
• On site: The phrase "on site" suggests a location, potentially indicating where this explosive material can be found or utilized.
• After leader leaves: The mention of "leader leaves" indicates removing the first letter of a word, which in this case results in "CORD" from a longer word.

Putting these clues together, "CORD" fits the criteria established by the clue's components. When considering explosive materials, "CORD" is commonly connected with explosive devices and ammunition. Adding the removed letter "I" at the end provides the final answer, "CORDITE," a type of smokeless gunpowder known for its use in various explosive applications and military weaponry.

Definition of "CORDITE"

a smokeless explosive made from nitrocellulose, nitroglycerine, and petroleum jelly, used in ammunition.

 The Crossword clue "Explosive line on site after leader leaves" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Cryptic	11 January 2018	CORDITE