Crossword Genius

Primate consuming stew: it shows hunger (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

appetite

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

'primate consuming stew it' is the wordplay.
'primate' becomes 'ape' (large primate).
'consuming' indicates putting letters inside.
'stew' becomes 'pet' (both can mean a tantrum).
'pet'+'it'='petit'
'ape' enclosing 'petit' is 'APPETITE'.

'shows' is the link.

(Other definitions for appetite that I've seen before include "Physical need for food" , "Physical desire as for food" , "Desire, inclination" , "Justification for dining" , "stomach" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
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.