The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word INFRA-RED
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The straight part
We know that "radiation" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case radiation = infra-red.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.
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What does INFRA-RED mean?
INFRA-RED adjective- Having the wavelength in the infrared.
- In the infrared spectrum.