NYT Crossword · 27 Down
“Back: Prefix” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, February 17, 1997 as 27 Down. The answer has 5 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Monday, February 17, 1997 · 27 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Back: Prefix”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with D and ends with I, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Back: Prefix” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 17, 1997, at 27 Down.
What is the answer to the “Back: Prefix” crossword clue?
The answer is DORSI (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.