The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word MOTHEATEN
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More clues leading to the result MOTHEATEN
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The straight part
We know that "Antiquated" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case antiquated = motheaten.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MOTHEATEN mean?
MOTHEATEN adjective- Containing holes by having been eaten by moth larvae.
- Old and in poor condition