English · Nature & Environment
crocodile
/ˈkrɒk.ə.daɪl/
[/ˈkrɒk.ə.daɪl/]
large water reptile
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A large aquatic reptile with thick scaly skin, powerful jaws, and a long tail.
Example
A crocodile lay motionless at the water's edge, watching the herd come down to drink.
A crocodile lay motionless at the water's edge, watching the herd come down to drink.
Etymology
From Greek 'krokodilos'.
How & Where It’s Used
'Crocodile tears' means an insincere display of sorrow.