The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word PROCESSED
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The straight part
We know that "Paraded, like some foods" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case paraded, like some foods = processed.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does PROCESSED mean?
PROCESSED verb- To perform a particular process on a thing.
- To retrieve, store, classify, manipulate, transmit etc. (data, signals, etc.), especially using computer techniques.
- To think about a piece of information, or a concept, in order to assimilate it, and perhaps accept it in a modified state.
- To develop photographic film.
- To take legal proceedings against.
- To walk in a procession
- That has completed a required process.
- Modified through manufacture such as refinement or food processing.