Synonyms for
Gators
Definition
Gators is a slang term for alligators, which are large reptiles with sharp teeth found in the southeastern United States.
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Common collocations
- alligators and crocodiles
- swamp gators
- Florida gators
- gators in the Everglades
- watch out for gators
- gators lurking
- wild gators
Word family
noun alligator
Usage note
Gators is a common informal abbreviation for alligators, particularly in North America. It is widely recognized and used in casual conversation and sports contexts.
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Example sentences
- The gators in the river looked scary!
- I saw a gator at the zoo and it was huge.
- The swamp is full of gators.
- Gators are dangerous and should never be approached.
- The football team's mascot is a gator.
Quotes
I'm a gator and I'm proud to be one. - Tim Tebow
The Gators are going to be a force to be reckoned with. - Urban Meyer
We're always a gator at heart. - Steve Spurrier