What does the cryptic crossword clue "River - a river once more flowing back (7)" mean?

The definition is "River". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. A (abbreviation of "a") + R (synonym of "river") + AGAIN (synonym of "more") [reversal: "flowing"]; definition: "River -" The answer is NIAGARA.

River - a river once more flowing back (7)

Guardian Cryptic #22751 | 24 Across | 2003-02-11 flower

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