| Nut - it is a chop (anag) |
PISTACHIO |
| Pack away cargo |
STOW |
| Piece of news |
ITEM |
| Ship's lookout platform |
CROWSNEST |
| Short spell of increased speed |
SPURT |
| Skin inflammation |
ECZEMA |
| Smart remark |
QUIP |
| Social distinction |
ECLAT |
| Stratagem |
PLAN |
| Sudden unannounced examination |
SPOTCHECK |
| Sycophant |
YESMAN |
| Theatrical entertainment (usually at Christmas) |
PANTOMIME |
| Wedlock |
MATRIMONY |
| When wages are received |
PAYDAY |