Crossword Genius

Question doubtful point before getting drunk (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

squiffy

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

'question doubtful point before' is the wordplay.
'question' becomes 'qu' (abbreviation).
'doubtful' becomes 'iffy' (I've seen this in another clue).
'point' becomes 'S' (South).
'before' means one lot of letters go next to another.
'qu'+'iffy'='quiffy'
'quiffy' put after 's' is 'SQUIFFY'.

'getting' is the link.

(Other definitions for squiffy that I've seen before include "Slightly inebriated" , "Smashed" , "Tiddly" , "Slightly drunk" , "Mildly intoxicated" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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.