Crossword clue
“Prefix with botanist”
This clue appeared as 31-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
PALEOLetters5
Starts withP
Ends withO
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Prefix with botanist” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 16, 2025 as 31-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with O, 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 “Prefix with botanist” clue?+
The answer is PALEO (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 16, 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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