What does the cryptic crossword clue "Navigator in water behind swimmer (2-6)" mean?

The definition is "Navigator". The wordplay uses charade, parts. COD (synonym of "swimmer") [last letter: "behind"] + RIVER (synonym of "water"); definition: "Navigator" The answer is Co-driver.

Navigator in water behind swimmer (2-6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3074 | 23 Across | 2020-09-20 flower

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