The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word LECTURESHIPS
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The straight part
We know that "Such reptiles" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case such reptiles = lectureships.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does LECTURESHIPS mean?
LECTURESHIPS noun- A position as a lecturer.
- A series of lectures, possibly by different lecturers, on a common theme.
- Something that provides for lectures to be presented.