Crossword Genius

Reminder of the code word for an E (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

echo

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'reminder' is the first definition.
(an echo is a reminder of something)

'the code word for an e' is the second definition.
(E for Echo in the NATO phonetic alphabet)

'of' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for echo that I've seen before include "'Greek nymph, she pined away until only her voice remained (4)'" , "Resound; (radar) return" , "Languishing nymph" , "Nymph (only able to repeat the last words of others)" , "ring" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app