What does the cryptic crossword clue "Beside the water, a second lizard (6)" mean?

The definition is "lizard". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MO (synonym of "second") + LOCH (synonym of "water,"); definition: "lizard" The answer is MOLOCH.

Beside the water, a second lizard (6)

Times Cryptic #29151 | 11 Across | 2025-02-12 flower

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