Crossword clue

“Mortars for grinding Mexican spices”

This clue appeared as 29-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The answer has 10 letters.

Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
MOLCAJETES
Letters10
Starts withM
Ends withS
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 12, 202510 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Mortars for grinding Mexican spices” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 12, 2025 as 29-Down. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with M and ends with S, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Mortars for grinding Mexican spices” clue?+

The answer is MOLCAJETES (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 12, 2025.

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