Like a parrot, reddish-purple and old (8)

I believe the answer is:

plumaged

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'like a parrot' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this definition defines the answer.

'reddish-purple and old' is the wordplay.
'reddish-purple' becomes 'plum' (I've seen this in another clue).
'and' says to put letters next to each other.
'old' becomes 'aged' (similar in meaning).
'plum'+'aged'='PLUMAGED'

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for plumaged that I've seen before include "Like birds" , "Feathered" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.