What does the cryptic crossword clue "Corpulent swimmer taking short walk at reduced speed (6)" mean?

The definition is "Corpulent swimmer". The wordplay uses a deletion. WAL (synonym="WAL") + RUS (synonym="RUS") = WALRUS; definition: "Corpulent swimmer" The answer is WALRUS.

Corpulent swimmer taking short walk at reduced speed (6)

Independent Cryptic #11688 | 17 Across | 2024-03-27 flower

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