gator

noun — 3 senses

gator

noun

/ˈɡeɪ.tə(ɹ)/

Etymology Clipping of alligator.

1

Colloquial Alligator.

2

Colloquial A portion of a tire, such as one seen on the side of a highway.

3

Colloquial A large bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix).

Derived terms
Gatorade, gator gar
Related terms
croc

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