Wind from backside after beer, also when drinking unknown port Crossword Clue

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ALEXANDRIA

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Wind from backside after beer, also when drinking unknown port" leads us to the answer "ALEXANDRIA" through the following connections:

  • Wind from backside after beer: Here, "wind from backside" can refer to "rear" or the last part of a word. When we think of "beer," the word "ale" comes to mind, which is a type of beer. So, combining "beer" and "rear," we get "ale" + "rear" = "ALEXANDRIA."
  • Also when drinking unknown port: The term "also when drinking" indicates an anagram. "Unknown port" suggests that we take away or replace some parts. By rearranging "unknown port," we get "Alexandria." This anagram clue provides a different path to the same answer.

Therefore, the answer to the clue "Wind from backside after beer, also when drinking unknown port" is fittingly "ALEXANDRIA," as it cleverly combines wordplay elements like anagram and hidden word to lead to the city of Alexandria.



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Definition of "ALEXANDRIA"

the chief port of Egypt; population 4,084,700 (est. 2006). Alexandria was a major centre of Hellenistic culture and was renowned for its extensive library (burned down in the 3rd century AD).


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