alligator Synonyms
alligator Meaning
alligator (n)
leather made from alligator's hide
either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts
alligator (v)
crack and acquire the appearance of alligator hide, as from weathering or improper application; of paint and varnishes
alligator (n.)
A large carnivorous reptile of the Crocodile family, peculiar to America. It has a shorter and broader snout than the crocodile, and the large teeth of the lower jaw shut into pits in the upper jaw, which has no marginal notches. Besides the common species of the southern United States, there are allied species in South America.
Any machine with strong jaws, one of which opens like the movable jaw of an alligator
a form of squeezer for the puddle ball
a rock breaker
a kind of job press, called also alligator press.
alligator Sentence Examples
- The menacing alligator silently glided through the murky waters, its eyes fixated on potential prey.
- During the swamp expedition, we were thrilled to spot a massive alligator basking in the sun near the water's edge.
- The zoo's reptile exhibit featured a captivating display of various species, including the American alligator.
- Startled by the sudden movement, the egret took flight as the alligator lunged at it with lightning speed.
- The tour guide cautioned us to stay a safe distance from the alligator habitat, emphasizing the danger they posed.
- The alligator's powerful jaws snapped shut as it captured a fish, showcasing its impressive hunting skills.
- In the bayou, the locals shared stories of encounters with the elusive albino alligator rumored to inhabit the area.
- Researchers conducted a study to analyze the feeding habits of the alligator population in the Everglades.
- We observed the juvenile alligator cautiously navigating the marsh, blending seamlessly with its surroundings.
- The wildlife documentary provided breathtaking footage of an alligator nesting site, highlighting the maternal instincts of these remarkable reptiles.
FAQs About the word alligator
leather made from alligator's hide, either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts, crack and acquire the appearance of
antelope, snakeskin, kid, pigskin, seal,crocodile, fleece, lambskin, sharkskin, deerskin
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The menacing alligator silently glided through the murky waters, its eyes fixated on potential prey.
During the swamp expedition, we were thrilled to spot a massive alligator basking in the sun near the water's edge.
The zoo's reptile exhibit featured a captivating display of various species, including the American alligator.
Startled by the sudden movement, the egret took flight as the alligator lunged at it with lightning speed.
