Cryptic crossword clue
Old cook cleaning around is friendly  9

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

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The straight part
We know that "friendly" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case friendly = congenial.
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 CONGENIAL mean?

CONGENIAL adjective
  1. Having the same or very similar nature, personality, tastes, habits or interests.
  2. Friendly or sociable.
  3. Suitable to one’s needs.

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