The bestselling and updated companion for all crossword solvers and compilers. Compiled over 60 years by a single author based on her experience of solving crosswords each day, this companion is regarded by top compilers as the authority for solvers and setters alike.Anne Bradford’s work is now continued by her daughter Gillian. Every word has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue, making this a unique publication and the must-have crossword dictionary for all cryptic and quick crosswords lovers. Now with more than 330,000 solutions linked to words used in cluesRecognize the key words used in cryptic crossword clues which indicate whether the solution is an anagram, synonym, or word playBrowse through themed vocabulary lists, which are arranged by word length and alphabetically to help you find solutions easily