SPIRAL

Starting from 1, fill in the grid clockwise with four-letter words. The last letter of each word becomes the first letter of the next to reveal the seven-letter key word in the shaded boxes.

1. Notion

2. At the summit

3. Entreaty

4. Afresh

5. Homeless child

6. Edibles

7. Besmear

8. Setback

9. Not tame

10. Wharf

11. Chesspiece

12. Network

13. Distribute cards

14. Luxuriant

15. Tramp

16. Greek spirit

Keyword clue: A weapon