Crocodile

/ˈkrɒk.ə.daɪl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A large aquatic reptile with a long snout and powerful jaws, belonging to the family Crocodylidae, found in tropical and subtropical regions.

The crocodile lay motionless on the riverbank, soaking up the sun.

Slang term for a person who is considered treacherous or deceitful.

Be careful about trusting him; he's got a real crocodile nature.

From Middle English 'crocodile', from Old French 'crocodile', from Latin 'crocodilus', from Greek 'krokodilos'.

crocodile tears

Fake or superficial expressions of sorrow.

alligator

A large reptile similar to a crocodile but typically with a broader snout.

crocodilian

Relating to or denoting reptiles of the order containing crocodiles and alligators.

Crocodile (slang for someone who is deceptive)

Don't trust him; he's a crocodile.

Crocodile tears (a reference to insincere emotions)

She shed crocodile tears after getting caught lying.