Can new basin be pot? Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Can new basin be pot?" from Daily Cryptic crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Can new basin be pot?" leads to the answer "CANNABIS" through a clever wordplay connection. Here's why this clue points to the answer:

1. Can: In the context of the clue, "can" can be interpreted as a verb meaning "to be able to".
2. New basin: If we rearrange the letters in "new basin", we can form the word "cannabis".
3. Be pot: The phrase "be pot" can be seen as a play on words, hinting towards the recreational use of cannabis, often associated with being smoked in a pot or pipe.

By breaking down the clue into its components and understanding the wordplay involved, we can see how the seemingly unrelated parts come together to form the answer "CANNABIS". This showcases the creative and sometimes cryptic nature of crossword clues that challenge solvers to think outside the box and make unexpected connections.

Definition of "CANNABIS"

a tall plant with a stiff upright stem, divided serrated leaves, and glandular hairs. It is used to produce hemp fibre and as a drug.

 The Crossword clue "Can new basin be pot?" published 3 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Daily Cryptic	24 January 2023	CANNABIS