ORIGIN & MEANING CLUES

Phonetic Crossword

Use each clue to recall the matching code word, then fill the crossing letters.

All answers are official phonetic-alphabet code words.

Across

3. From roots meaning one form. (7)

5. From Latin novem, meaning nine. (8)

10. Southern African people and language; can mean sky. (4)

11. Friendly form of Charles. (7)

13. Greek mythic figure whose voice remained behind. (4)

14. Dance developed around the Río de la Plata. (5)

15. From Greek for one thousand. (4)

17. Family word for father in many languages. (4)

Down

1. Spanish for a saw or jagged mountain range. (6)

2. From Gaelic for “water of life.” (7)

4. A smooth dance linked with performer Harry Fox. (7)

6. Once described a pilgrim or traveler to Rome. (5)

7. A Greek letter and a triangular river feature. (5)

8. Latin for winner or conqueror. (6)

9. Centuries-old Scottish game. (4)

12. Country whose name comes from the Indus River. (5)

16. Personal name with Irish and Norse traditions. (5)