alligator
/ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tɚ/ noun A2- Either of two species of large amphibious reptile, Alligator mississippiensis or Alligator sinensis, in the genus Alligator within order Crocodilia, which have sharp teeth and very strong jaws and are native to the Americas and China, respectively.
- A crocodilian of the subfamily Alligatorinae.
- A dwarf crocodile (Osteolaemus tetraspis)
- A crocodile of any species.
- A form of squeezer for the puddle ball.
- A rock breaker.
- A kind of job press.
- Any of various vehicles that have relatively long, low noses in front of a cab or other, usually windowed, structure.
Plural alligators
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