The solutions to clues seem to be following some standard notation. What is this notation?
Solutions carry annotations with them to explain how the are derived from their clues. The annotation format is the same as that used by the Hindu Crossword Community. (Annotation Reference Link) Q: Which published crosswords are discussed here? A: There are occasional references to various published cryptic crosswords, most commonly: – The Hindu Crossword (THC) – The Economic Times/The Daily Mail Crossword (ET) – The Times Crossword – The Guardian – The Financial Times Crossword (FT) Q: Is it all right if I use the clues from this site for a crossword contest in my university/company? A: The clues here are either my own, or referenced from copyrighted published sources with their permission. The clues may not be used elsewhere without direct permission from the owner(s) of the clues.