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crocodile

/ˈkɹɒkədaɪl/
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noun

Simple Meaning

a large, dangerous reptile with a long mouth and sharp teeth that lives in rivers and lakes.

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Examples in Conversation

We saw a crocodile sleeping on the riverbank during our boat tour.

Be careful — there are crocodiles in this water.

Full Definition

Any of the predatory amphibious reptiles of the family Crocodylidae; a crocodilian, any species of the order Crocodilia, which also includes the alligators, caimans and gavials.

Related Words

Synonyms:
alligatorreptile
Word Family:
crocodilescrocodilian