Solution for 20 April cryptic crossword clue

Snake by front of gazebo makes one breathe in sharply (4)

Solution – gasp

Breathe in sharply = gasp

Front of gazebo = its first letter g + that is “by” ie next to a word for a snake “asp”


This is an example of a charade clue.  It also includes an initial letter indicator - in this case "front".


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