alligators
word · lemma: alligator
Definition
Large, carnivorous reptiles that live in fresh water and are known for their broad snouts; often found in the southeastern United States and China.
Usage & Nuances
'Alligators' is the plural of 'alligator'. Use primarily when referring to more than one animal. Often confused with 'crocodiles', but 'alligators' have wider, U-shaped snouts and prefer fresh water. Not used metaphorically.
Spanish: caimanes - aligátoresPortuguese (BR): jacarésPortuguese (PT): jacarésChinese (Simplified): 短吻鳄Chinese (Traditional): 短吻鱷Hindi: मगरमच्छArabic: تماسيحBengali: অ্যালিগেটরRussian: аллигаторыJapanese: アリゲーターVietnamese: cá sấu mõm ngắnKorean: 앨리게이터Turkish: timsah (Amerikan) - aligatorUrdu: ایلیگیٹرIndonesian: aligator
Example Sentences
There are many alligators in Florida.
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Alligators live in rivers and lakes.
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Children saw alligators at the zoo.
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Last summer, we went on a boat tour and spotted a few alligators sunbathing.
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Keep your distance—alligators can move very quickly if startled.
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Believe it or not, some people keep alligators as pets!
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