clues
Translation
clues, hints, leads
Examples
The police are looking for clues.
The police are looking for clues.
Grammar Patterns
clues ((about sth.)) pieces of information about something The police found clues about the robbery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hints, leads, indications
Etymology
Plural form of 'clue'. 'Clue' comes from Middle English 'clewe' (a ball of thread).
Memory Tips
Remember that 'clues' is simply more than one 'clue'. One footprint is a clue; many footprints are clues.