Big Monday Crossword no 344.
8d rear part of a firearn=m behind the barrel or bore , near the stick.(6) (B?e?c?) 18d White crystalline steriid substance found thoughout the body,especially in fats, blood,nerve tissue and bile,an integral part of all cell membranes.(11) (??o??o?????) 25dRevealing glimpse or insight, from French,` Something perceived` (6) (?p?r??) 26d colourless aromatic compound extracted from wood and coal tar and used as an antiseptic or disinfectant, methylphenol.(6) (?r?s??) 30d Former British coin worth 25 pence (5 shillings), now issued only to commemorate special events (5) (c?o??) 32d Thick salty paste made from fermented from fermented soya beans, used in Japanese cooking to flavour soups etc.(4)