Crossword Genius

Visitor frequently wants a short time in shade (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

habitue

'visitor frequently' is the definition.
(someone who often visits a particular place)

'a short time in shade' is the wordplay.
'short time' becomes 'bit' (bit is a kind of short time).
'in' is an insertion indicator.
'shade' becomes 'hue' (both can mean a colour).
'a'+'bit'='abit'
'abit' placed within 'hue' is 'HABITUE'.

'wants' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for habitue that I've seen before include "Regular visitor (to place)" , "Person who visits a place frequently, may live there" , "One who visits a place frequently 97)" , "Regular attendant" , "Constant visitor" .)

I've seen this clue in The 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.