helpfulclues

noun
UK /ˈhelpfʊl kluːz/
US /ˈhelpfəl kluz/

Helpful clues are little hints that help you find an answer.

The detective followed the helpful clues to find the missing puppy.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Small pieces of information that make a hard task easier.

The teacher gave us helpful clues before the spelling test.

3. Signs or marks that show where something is or what happened.

The helpful clues on the map led us to the treasure.

4. Ideas that guide you when you are solving a problem.

Her helpful clues made the math problem much easier.