The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word NONAGENARIAN
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does NONAGENARIAN mean?
NONAGENARIAN noun- One who is between the age of 90 and 99, inclusive. One who is in his or her tenth decade.
- Being between the ages of 90 and 99, inclusive. In one's tenth decade.
- Of or relating to a nonagenarian.