What does the cryptic crossword clue "Peril in the deep sewer, working inside it (3,7)" mean?

The definition is "Peril in the deep". The wordplay uses charade, container. SEAMSTER (synonym of "sewer,") + ON (synonym of "working") [container: "inside"]; definition: "Peril in the deep" The answer is SEAMONSTER.

Peril in the deep sewer, working inside it (3,7)

Guardian Cryptic #29128 | 13 Across | 2023-07-21 flower

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