Dt Sat 27731

[glennanne]

I am sure 9across is Rub Off but can't see why!

[AlwaysConfused]

what is the clue, glennanne?

[elliemay1]

clue?

[Lie-in King]

May I?

9a Irritation of fine to be passed on (3,3)

[glennanne]

Sorry! Irritation of fine to be passed on.

Two words, 3 and 3

R.b. .f.

[Mamyalynne]

Irritation - Rub (Aye there's the rub) +of + F (fine)

[Lie-in King]

Rub off (be passed on) - 'rub' (irritation) + 'of f(ine)'

[Mamyalynne]

RUB

def

the central problem or difficulty in a situation.
"that was the rub—she had not cared enough"
synonyms: problem, difficulty, trouble, drawback, hindrance, obstacle, obstruction, impediment;

[glennanne]

Many thanks Mamyalynne!