Body of water that protects a castle
Clue
Body of water that protects a castle
4 letters
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Answers for Crossclimb on Feb 26, 2026, #667
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“Body of water that protects a castle” answer
The answer to “Body of water that protects a castle” in LinkedIn Crossclimb on February 26, 2026 is MOAT.
MOAT
4 letters · Clue 3 · Row 4 of 7
How MOAT fits the word ladder
MOLT → MOAT → COAT
- From MOLT to MOAT, change letter 3 from L to A.
- From MOAT to COAT, change letter 1 from M to C.
MOAT 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 #667: full word ladder
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| Row | Word | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MALI | Top word |
| 2 | MALT | Grain used in brewing beer |
| 3 | MOLT | Lose a layer of feathers or scales (in British English, shed a “u” like a layer of letters to get the intended entry) |
| 4 | MOAT← this clue | Body of water that protects a castle |
| 5 | COAT | Apply with a layer of paint |
| 6 | CHAT | Have a casual conversation |
| 7 | CHAD | Bottom word |
More clues from this Crossclimb puzzle
- Grain used in brewing beer
- Lose a layer of feathers or scales (in British English, shed a “u” like a layer of letters to get the intended entry)
- Apply with a layer of paint
- Have a casual conversation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Body of water that protects a castle” in Crossclimb?
The answer is MOAT, a 4-letter word in LinkedIn Crossclimb #667 on February 26, 2026. It answers clue 3.
How does MOAT fit the Crossclimb word ladder?
The sequence is MOLT → MOAT → COAT. Change letter 3 from L to A for the first step, then letter 1 from M to C for the second. Each step changes exactly one letter.
Which Crossclimb puzzle does this answer belong to?
This clue is from puzzle #667, dated February 26, 2026. Check the date and puzzle number when comparing answers; this page records that particular puzzle.