Previous cryptic solution

Across: 1. Basil 4. Scallop 8. About 9. Tempura 10. Dye

11. Stainless 12. Nest 13. Path 18. Herbalism 20. Off

21. Ululate 22. Ochre 23. Elegant 24. Hired

Down: 1. Boarding house 2. Showers 3. Latest 4. Satrap

5. Almond 6. Louse 7. Plays the field 14. Another

15. Banana 16. Direct 17. Smooth 19. Route