Cryptic crossword clue
Distinguished achaeologist’s excavation in field disturbed no Liberal 9

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

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What does DIGNIFIED mean?

DIGNIFIED adjective
  1. Having an attitude or bearing that connotes respectability and poise.
DIGNIFIED verb
  1. To invest with dignity or honour.
  2. To give distinction to.
  3. To exalt in rank.
  4. (chiefly in the negative) To treat as worthy or acceptable; to indulge or condone by acknowledging.

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