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alligator Synonyms

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• noun (Context 1)

A large, semiaquatic carnivorous reptile of the family Alligatoridae, characterized by a broad snout and dark, heavily armored skin, native primarily to the freshwater swamps and rivers of the southeastern United States and eastern China.

Usage Example

"We spotted a massive gator sunbathing on the muddy bank of the bayou."

Strongest
gator
Weak
crocodilian

• Nearby Words

alix
allamanda
allentown
alligator
alligator gar
alligator lizard
alligator snapping turtle

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Alligator. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/alligator
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