Crossword Genius

Trudge back inside with idol, perhaps (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

plod

'trudge' is the definition.
(I know that trudge can be written as plod)

'back inside with idol perhaps' is the wordplay.
'back' shows that the letters should be reversed in order.
'inside' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue.
'dolp' is hidden within 'with idol perhaps'.
'dolp' written backwards gives 'PLOD'.

(Other definitions for plod that I've seen before include "Trudge - policeman" , "Copper" , "Walk doggedly" , "Walk laboriously, trudge" , "Walk slowly and heavily" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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.