NYT Crossword · 11 Down
“Etymology, for example” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, September 12, 2020 as 11 Down. The answer has 6 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 · Saturday, September 12, 2020 · 11 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Etymology, for example”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with O and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
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Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at 11 Down.
What is the answer to the “Etymology, for example” crossword clue?
The answer is ORIGIN (6 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.