The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word FRACTIONS
F
R
A
C
T
I
O
N
S
Buddy explains!
The straight part
We know that "parts" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case parts = fractions.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 FRACTIONS mean?
FRACTIONS noun- A part of a whole, especially a comparatively small part.
- A ratio of two numbers, the numerator and the denominator, usually written one above the other and separated by a horizontal bar.
- A component of a mixture, separated by fractionation.
- In a eucharistic service, the breaking of the host.
- A small amount.
- The act of breaking, or state of being broken, especially by violence.
- To divide or break into fractions.