Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary: More Than 330,000 Solutions for Cryptic and Quick Puzzles

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Anne R. Bradford Collins Puzzles

Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary

Name: Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary
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More Than 330,000 Solutions for Cryptic and Quick Puzzles

Anne R. Bradford, Collins Puzzles

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13 August 2025

Dictionaries; Hobbies, quizzes & games; Crosswords

The bestselling and updated companion for all crossword solvers and compilers.

Compiled over 60 years by a single author based on her experience of solving crosswords each day, this companion is regarded by top compilers as the authority for solvers and setters alike. Anne Bradford’s work is now continued by her daughter Gillian.

Every word has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue, making this a unique publication and the must-have crossword dictionary for all cryptic and quick crosswords lovers.

Now with more than 330,000 solutions linked to words used in clues Recognize the key words used in cryptic crossword clues which indicate whether the solution is an anagram, synonym, or word play Browse through themed vocabulary lists, which are arranged by word length and alphabetically to help you find solutions easily

By: Anne R. Bradford, Collins Puzzles
Imprint: Collins
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 13th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 48mm
Weight: 680g
ISBN: 9780008673055
ISBN 10: 0008673055
Pages: 928
Publication Date: 13 August 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Anne Bradford has been compiling her Crossword Solver’s Dictionary since 1957, and regularly publishes new editions. She devotes a considerable time each day to solving crosswords, and notes, on average, 150 words a week. She is an active member of the Crossword Club and also sets crosswords. She lives in London. Collins has been publishing educational and informative books for almost 200 years. Throughout this rich heritage we have maintained an impressive record in creating market-leading products across various sectors.

Reviews for Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary: More Than 330,000 Solutions for Cryptic and Quick Puzzles

‘Truly indispensable’ – Derek Harrison, The Crossword Centre ‘… a comprehensive and invaluable tool for all solvers and setters alike’ – Rufus, Guardian ‘An unrivalled and dependable companion for all serious setters and solvers’ – Azed, Observer ‘The crossword setter’s Holy Grail, a must-have for all cruciverbalists … [and] … lovers of crosswords’ – Mawby, Daily Telegraph ‘When I'm stuck on a puzzle… I tend to turn not to a thesaurus but to Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary’ – Alan Connor, Guardian