Cryptic crossword clue
Reptile on ground is to prove invasive 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word INTERLOPE

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The straight part
We know that "to prove invasive" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to prove invasive = interlope.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does INTERLOPE mean?

INTERLOPE verb
  1. To intrude, meddle, or trespass in others' affairs.

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