Crossword Genius

Ignores protocol and erroneously includes item that doesn't hold any water (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

colander

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'item that doesn't hold any water' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe there's an association between them I don't understand?

'ignores protocol and erroneously includes' is the wordplay.
'includes' says the answer is hidden in the clue.
'COLANDER' is hidden within 'ignores protocol and erroneously'.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for colander that I've seen before include "found in the kitchen" , "Vessel for draining" , "Container for straining water from food" , "Utensil for draining vegetables" , "Kitchen sieve" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish 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.