First known asteroid crossword clue

Answer
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Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with C and has 5 letters.

CERES

CERES — the 5-letter solution to “First known asteroid”, entered at 28 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for December 15, 2023.

About this clue

“First known asteroid” appeared as 28 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on December 15, 2023, and the answer is 5 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
5
Position
28 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “First known asteroid”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Friday, December 15, 2023, the answer to “First known asteroid” is CERES — 5 letters, entered at 28 Across.

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 “First known asteroid” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been CERES, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with C.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

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