alligator

名詞

UK/ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.təʳ/
US/ˈæl.ə.ɡeɪ.t̬ɚ/

定義 alligator 名詞

  1. Countable(可數名詞)

    A large reptile with a tough, armored skin, inhabiting rivers and lakes in warm, humid regions of America and China. It is characterized by a broad, relatively short snout, distinct from that of a crocodile.

    短吻鱷

    • Alligators are a common sight in the swamps of Florida.

      在佛羅里達的沼澤地,鱷魚是常見的景象。

    • Tourists were warned not to approach the water's edge because of the presence of alligators.

      遊客被警告不要靠近水邊,因為那裡有鱷魚出沒。

    • The alligator possesses powerful jaws and numerous sharp teeth.

      鱷魚擁有強壯的下顎和許多鋒利的牙齒。