Crossword Puzzle
Crossword Puzzle is word games that challenge a player to fill in a grid with words based on given clues. Each word intersects with others, and the correct solution involves fitting all words together so they match up with both their respective clues and intersecting letters. Here are some key aspects of crossword puzzles:
History
- Origin: The first known crossword puzzle was created by Arthur Wynne and published in the "New York World" on December 21, 1913. This early form was called a "word cross."
- Evolution: Crosswords quickly gained popularity and evolved into the standard format recognized today, with a grid of black and white squares.
Structure
- Grid: Typically consists of a square or rectangular grid of white squares (where letters go) and black squares (which separate words).
- Clues: Each word in the puzzle is associated with a clue, which can be a definition, synonym, wordplay, or trivia question. Clues are divided into "across" and "down" categories, indicating the direction in which the answer fits into the grid.
Types of Crossword Puzzles
- American-style: Characterized by a symmetrical grid and all-over interlock, meaning every letter is part of both an "across" word and a "down" word.
- British-style (Cryptic): Focuses more on wordplay and complex clues, where each clue typically contains both a definition and a wordplay element.
- Thematic Crosswords: Feature a common theme that runs through some or all of the clues and answers.
- Quick Crosswords: Offer straightforward definitions without wordplay.
How to play Crossword Puzzle
Using Mouse and Keyboard.
