Brief preacher? Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Brief preacher? that was published at Universal crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Brief preacher?" in today's crossword puzzle is answered by "REV". This answer is derived from the wordplay of the clue itself. Let's break it down:

1. The word "brief" suggests that we are looking for a short or concise word.
2. The term "preacher" refers to a religious clergy member or minister.
3. Combining these two elements, we can infer that the answer needs to be a shortened form of the word "preacher" or something similar.

In the English language, "Rev" is a commonly used abbreviation for "reverend," which is a title given to clergy members. It serves as a concise and widely recognized way to refer to a preacher.

The use of abbreviations is a common tactic in crossword puzzles to mislead solvers. By using "Brief" as a clue, the puzzle creator hints at the need for brevity rather than a long-form answer.

In conclusion, the clue "Brief preacher?" is a clever way to lead solvers to the answer "REV" through the use of wordplay and abbreviation. Crossword enthusiasts often enjoy deciphering these types of clues, which challenge their language and analytical skills.

Definition of "REV"

a revolution of an engine per minute

Example :

an engine speed of 1,750 revs

she started it up with a violent rev of the engine

he revved up the engine and drove off

 The Crossword clue "Brief preacher?" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Universal	17 July 2018	REV