High jinks in Equus, perhaps (9)
28A — High jinks in Equus, perhaps (9) — HORSEPLAY
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Definition
The whole clue is the definition — both halves define the answer.The entire clue serves as a double definition.
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Wordplay
Wordplay: Double definitionThis clue works as a double definition.
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Definition
first definition: 'High jinks' — 'High jinks' is a direct synonym for HORSEPLAY (boisterous fun).'High jinks' is a direct synonym for HORSEPLAY (boisterous fun).
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Definition
second definition: 'in Equus, perhaps' — The play *Equus* is about horses, so 'Equus, perhaps' suggests HORSE + PLAY.The play *Equus* is about horses, so 'Equus, perhaps' suggests HORSE + PLAY.
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Assembly
HORSEPLAY = HORSEPLAYBoth definitions converge on HORSEPLAY; the charade HORSE + PLAY also confirms the cryptic reading.