Crossword Genius

Argument with servicemen raised (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

row

'argument' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'with servicemen raised' is the wordplay.
'with' becomes 'w' (abbreviation).
'servicemen' becomes 'or' (abbreviation for Other Ranks).
'raised' says the letters should be written in reverse.
'w'+'or'='wor'
'wor' backwards is 'ROW'.

(Other definitions for row that I've seen before include "One of the ranks" , "'Quarrel, dust-up (3)'" , "Propel boat manually" , "Falling-out" , "Argument; line" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.