Sekirov Dictionary

Ximenean

/hɪˈmeɪ.ni.ən/

adjective 2
noun 1
forms 3

adjective2

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Of or pertaining to the cryptic crossword style used and defined by "Ximenes" (Derrick Somerset Macnutt), whereby an acceptable cryptic clue must have a precise definition, a fair and strictly grammatical subsidiary indication, and no redundant elements beyond these.
- For example, I did not follow a Ximenean rule that a member of a larger class cannot be used to define the class itself (one poster brought this up). — 1992
•
Pertaining to the religious teachings and publications of Ximénez de Cisneros.
- The Orationale is a MS. of the highest antiquity, bearing throughout a character consistent with an older date than the MSS. which underlie the Ximenean Missal and Breviary — 1911

noun1

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A cruciverbalist or crossword fan who shares Ximenes's beliefs about fair crossword setting.
- The home was in Leatherhead, which Ximeneans would despise as a signal for L, but let's keep with the action. — 2012

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