Some common abbreviations used in cryptic crosswords.
- Roman numerals are often used, for example the word "six" in the clue might indicate that the answer has "vi" in it.
- Country codes - "swiss" or "in switzerland" could indicate the letters "ch", for example.
- "Church" often means "ch", too.
- Cities and states: New York could clue "ny", California "cal", etcetera.
- "Model" is sometimes used (especially on the Guardian) to mean "t", as in Model T Ford.
- Beginner, novice, student and other synonyms can mean "L" (as in L-plate).
- Scientific abbreviations: "s"peed, "d"istance, "t"ime, "v"elocity and many others are used.
- Tar for sailor
- AC for accountant/Account
