Alligator
Alligator noun - Either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts.
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Synonyms for Alligator
Croc
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- A sentient alligator in Vinigortonio in order to avoid getting headshot by Platypus's pendant attack uses the Croc-o-style Sniper set... which is made from a skinned and decapitated crocodile...
Source: Furry Confusion / Web Comics - This is a reference to another villain named Killer Croc, who looks like a giant, humanoid alligator due to his rare genetic disease, and often appears in Gotham's sewers.
Source: Mythology Gag / Film -
Second by explaining what the term "Croc" means in slang: When a Crocodile ruins an Alligator-themed pep rally by suggesting they do Crocodile things to do, only for one of the Gators to call him a "Croc." .
Source: "Just So" Story
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