gator

noun

ga·​tor ˈgā-tər How to pronounce gator (audio)

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However, people living in Rankin County are more likely to come across gators there due to higher concentrations. Noël Fletcher, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025 Some of the Broncos’ best teams created fear in the middle of the field, leaving a trail of bug eyes and gator arms from reluctant receivers. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 29 May 2025 Based on his growth rate and tooth loss, Young estimates the gator was at least 80 years old. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 May 2025 Read Next Florida Alligator trapper mauled by gator at popular hunting attraction, FL cops say April 11, 2025 3:53 PM This story was originally published May 7, 2025 at 10:11 AM. Mark Price, Miami Herald, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for gator

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First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of gator was in 1844

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“Gator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gator. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

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gator

noun
ga·​tor ˈgāt-ər How to pronounce gator (audio)
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