Crossword clue
“Fancy and elaborate”
This clue appeared as 3-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ORNATELetters6
Starts withO
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Fancy and elaborate” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 18, 2025 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with O and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Fancy and elaborate” clue?+
The answer is ORNATE (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 18, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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