Clues meaning : A strand of yarn etc. as used to guide one through a labyrinth; something which points the way, a guide. Information which may lead one to a certain point or conclusion. An object or a kind of indication which may be used as evidence. Insight or understanding ("to have a clue [about]" or "to have clue". See have a clue, clue stick) To provide with a clue. To provide someone with information which he or she lacks (often used with "in" or "up").