Cryptic crossword clue
Name included by showy editor for added embellishment 9

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

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The straight part
We know that "added embellishment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case added embellishment = garnished.
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Crossword Answer definitions

GARNISHED verb
  1. To decorate with ornaments; to adorn; to embellish.
  2. To ornament with something placed around it.
  3. To furnish; to supply.
  4. To fit with fetters; to fetter.
  5. To warn by garnishment; to give notice to.
  6. To have (money) set aside by court order (particularly for the payment of alleged debts); to garnishee.

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