Meaning & Definition of word "Cayman"
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Cayman
/ˈkeɪ. mən/
noun:
- 1. A large reptile of the family Alligatoridae, native to Central and South America, and the Caribbean, resembling an alligator.
- Example: The cayman basked in the sun along the riverbank, its powerful jaws open wide.
- 2. Any member of the family Alligatoridae, which includes both alligators and caimans, often found in freshwater habitats.
- Example: The wildlife tour provided a rare opportunity to see a cayman swimming in its natural habitat.
- 3. Cayman can also refer to the Cayman Islands, a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean.
- Example: The Cayman Islands are known for their beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, attracting tourists from around the world.
Etymology
From Spanish 'caimán', which is derived from the Carib word 'kai-man'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cayman islands:
A group of islands in the Caribbean Sea known for tourism and diving.
cayman in the wild:
Refers to seeing caymans in their natural habitat.
Related Words
alligator:
A large semiaquatic reptile of the family Alligatoridae.
reptile:
A class of cold-blooded, air-breathing vertebrates that lay eggs and have scales.
Slang Meanings of cayman
Meaning: Cayman as a term for someone who is tough or aggressive.
Example Sentence: He's a real cayman on the football field.
Meaning: Referring to something slick or cunning, like a cayman's stealth.
Example Sentence: That scheme was as slick as a cayman.