Not Easy To Grasp By Sailors On Land Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is ABSTRACT which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: ABSTRACT

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	8		Exact Match!
2	28%	7		Term for sailors or sailors' food
3	26%	13		The quality of being within easy reach or grasp

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "ABSTRACT" which means:

adjective

• Existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment

noun

• A concept or idea not associated with any specific instance
• A sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory

adjective satellite

• Not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature
• Dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention

verb

• Consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
• Make off with belongings of others
• Consider apart from a particular case or instance
• Give an abstract (of)

An example sentence would be:

• "She had an abstract painting hanging on her wall."
• "The concept of love is often considered abstract."

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Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Cryptic04 Dec 2006	Across 5
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