What does the cryptic crossword clue "Accommodated as royal, delicate fabric placed in room (7)" mean?

The definition is "Accommodated as royal". The wordplay uses charade, container. LACE (synonym of "delicate fabric") + PAD (synonym of "room") [container: "placed"]; definition: "Accommodated as royal," The answer is PALACED.

Accommodated as royal, delicate fabric placed in room (7)

Times Cryptic #28984 | 1 Across | 2024-08-01 flower

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