Cryptic crossword clue
And others following a hairstyle that's proceeding from the base 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word ACROPETAL

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The straight part
We know that "proceeding from the base" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case proceeding from the base = acropetal.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does ACROPETAL mean?

ACROPETAL adjective
  1. That develops, matures or opens from the base towards the apex in sequence.

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