Dict. label on an old word crossword clue

Answer
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OBS

OBS — the 3-letter solution to “Dict. label on an old word”, entered at 39 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for July 19, 2022.

About this clue

“Dict. label on an old word” appeared as 39 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on July 19, 2022, and the answer is 3 letters long. We have tracked this clue 2 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on January 5, 2026.

Letters
3
Position
39 Down
Times seen
2

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Dict. label on an old word”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, July 19, 2022, the answer to “Dict. label on an old word” is OBS — 3 letters, entered at 39 Down.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “Dict. label on an old word” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been OBS, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 3 letters and starts with O.

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No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.