Large reptilian predator (9)

I believe the answer is:

alligator

(Other definitions for alligator that I've seen before include "River creature" , "beast to be seen in due course?" , "Croc's close relative" , "Amphibious reptile" , "Fierce reptile" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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