The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word KNACKERED
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The straight part
We know that "Dilapidated" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dilapidated = knackered.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does KNACKERED mean?
KNACKERED verb- (UK slang) To tire out, exhaust.
- (UK slang) To reprimand.
- Tired or exhausted.
- Broken, inoperative.