Transformed individual, for many, used to be philanderer (8)
12A — Transformed individual, for many, used to be philanderer (8) — WEREWOLF
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Definition
Definition found: 'Transformed individual,' — The straight definition sits at the start — a shape-shifting creature of folklore.The straight definition sits at the start — a shape-shifting creature of folklore.
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Wordplay
Wordplay: CharadeNo indicator words here — the parts just join end to end. That's a charade.
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Synonym
Synonyms spotted: 'for many, used to be' → WERE'For many, used to be' is the past of 'are' — what you'd say of a plural subject in the past.
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Synonym
Synonyms spotted: 'philanderer' → WOLF'Philanderer' is captured by a stock four-letter slang for a womaniser — an animal that prowls.
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Assembly
WERE + WOLF = WEREWOLF