The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SWEETPEAS
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What does SWEETPEAS mean?
SWEETPEAS noun- A flowering plant, Lathyrus odoratus, grown for its bright colours and sweet fragrance.
- A term of endearment for something sweet or lovely; a child or a pet, for example.