What does the cryptic crossword clue "Predatory reptile in cold air swimming without company (11)" mean?

The definition is "Predatory reptile". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of IN (synonym="IN") + COLD (synonym="COLD") + AIR (synonym="AIR") + CO (synonym="company") = CROCODILIAN; definition: "Predatory reptile" The answer is CROCODILIAN.

Predatory reptile in cold air swimming without company (11)

Times Cryptic #28562 | 26 Across | 2023-03-28 flower

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