Replies (7)
'replies' is the definition.
(I know this)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for retorts that I've seen before include "laboratory equipment" , "Sharp replies or rejoinders" , "Counters" , "Makes witty or angry reply" .)
'replies' is the definition.
('answer' can be a synonym of 'reply')
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for answers that I've seen before include "Rawness (anag)" , "Responds" , "Responses; solutions" , "keys" , "is satisfactory" .)