Crossword clue
“Castle defense”
This clue appeared as 57-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 22, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
MOATLetters4
Starts withM
Ends withT
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Castle defense” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 22, 2025 as 57-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with M and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Castle defense” clue?+
The answer is MOAT (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 22, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on September 22, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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