Large crocodilian of the southern US with powerful jaws and sharp teeth (9)

I believe the answer is:

alligator

(Other definitions for alligator that I've seen before include "Reptile of the Florida Everglades" , "Large aquatic reptile" , "Broad-snouted snapper?" , "Animal of the crocodile family" , "beast to be seen in due course?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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