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Abrasive, turned up with computer peripherals (6)
Guardian Cryptic #30003 by Vulcan · View full puzzle

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Definition: "Abrasive"
This uses reversal and charade - a reversal takes letters backwards, and charade joins word parts together in sequence.
Look for a short word that can be reversed ("turned up" is your indicator), then add it to a word meaning computer peripherals. The reversed word comes first.
Answer: PUMICE | Reverse "UP" to get "PU", then add "MICE" (computer peripherals) to make PUMICE (abrasive volcanic rock).
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