Outer layer of a fruit like a watermelon

Clue

Outer layer of a fruit like a watermelon

4 letters

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Answers for Crossclimb on Feb 8, 2026, #649

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Outer layer of a fruit like a watermelon” answer

The answer to Outer layer of a fruit like a watermelon in LinkedIn Crossclimb on February 8, 2026 is RIND.

RIND

4 letters · Clue 3 · Row 4 of 7

How RIND fits the word ladder

HINDRINDRINK

  1. From HIND to RIND, change letter 1 from H to R.
  2. From RIND to RINK, change letter 4 from D to K.

RIND is the answer to clue 3 and occupies row 4 when the top and bottom words are included. Its neighbours each differ by one letter, keeping this puzzle's chain intact.

Crossclimb #649: full word ladder

The full February 8, 2026 ladder is below, with “Outer layer of a fruit like a watermelon” highlighted. Expand it when you are ready to see the other answers.

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All answers for LinkedIn Crossclimb #649, February 8, 2026
RowWordClue
1HARDTop word
2HANDWorker on a farm or deck
3HINDSituated at the back, like two of a horse’s legs
4RIND← this clueOuter layer of a fruit like a watermelon
5RINKPlace to shoot a puck
6RICKPop star Astley, or grandfather of Morty in a cartoon sitcom
7ROCKBottom word

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Outer layer of a fruit like a watermelon” in Crossclimb?

The answer is RIND, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #649 on February 8, 2026. It answers clue 3.

How does RIND fit the Crossclimb word ladder?

The sequence is HIND → RIND → RINK. Change letter 1 from H to R for the first step, then letter 4 from D to K for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.

Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?

This clue is from puzzle #649, dated February 8, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.

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