Records kept at the sawmills? (8)

Stumped by “Records kept at the sawmills?” (8)

Ah, the joy of a good crossword puzzle! The thrill of the hunt, the satisfaction of deciphering clues, the sheer sense of accomplishment when you finally crack that tricky word. But let’s face it, sometimes those clues throw us a curveball. Today, we’re diving into one such puzzle-perplexer: “Records kept at the sawmills?” (8).

This clue is a real head-scratcher, isn’t it? It’s a classic example of a cryptic clue, playing on wordplay and misdirection to mask the true answer. Don’t worry, we’re going to break it down together.

First, let’s dissect the clue:

“Records kept”

hints at a specific type of record, perhaps something kept for official purposes.

“At the sawmills”

is the location where these records would be kept, suggesting a connection to the lumber industry.

Now, think about the lumber industry. What kind of records would be kept at a sawmill? Could it be related to the production process? The types of wood used? Or perhaps the financial transactions of the business?

Let’s play with some potential wordplay:

Could “records kept” be a hidden wordplay on a specific type of record? Maybe a type of “log” is involved?

Is “sawmills” a clue in disguise, pointing us to a specific term used in the lumber industry?

Remember, the answer is an eight-letter word. We need to find a term that fits the context of the lumber industry, incorporates the idea of records, and can be cleverly hidden within the clue’s wordplay.

Ready to give it a try? Think carefully, use your word knowledge, and unleash your inner crossword champion!

Good luck, and remember, every solved clue brings us one step closer to the satisfaction of a completed crossword puzzle!

Available Answers:

LOGBOOKS.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Metro Cryptic Crossword Clues Tuesday, 9 July 2024