Member of an elite force (4)

I believe the answer is:

seal

(Other definitions for seal that I've seen before include "Amphibious mammal or stamp of authenticity" , "Stamp of approval" , "Signet" , "Authorise - plug" , "Stick down" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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