Crossword Genius

Singer John learner in posh school (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

elton

'singer john' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

'learner in posh school' is the wordplay.
'learner' becomes 'l' (as in a learner driver with L-plates on their car).
'in' is an insertion indicator.
'posh school' becomes 'Eton'.
'l' inserted within 'eton' is 'ELTON'.

(Other definitions for elton that I've seen before include "Ben --; -- John" , "Sir ___ John, singer-songwriter" , "- John, British singer" , "One John" , "Sir - - John, singer songwriter" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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.