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charade

nounfemininegeneral useuncommon/ʃɐˈɾaðɐ/cha·ra·da

Definition

1

A riddle or puzzle, usually expressed in verse, in which each syllable or word represents part of the solution.

Usage examples

Grandfather posed a difficult charade to the children.
The solution to the charade was hidden in the last line.

Common combinations

solve a charadepose a charade