gator
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of gator
An Americanism dating back to 1835–45; shortened form
Example Sentences
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He was wearing it when he ran for 95 yards and two touchdowns against Auburn in the 1971 Gator Bowl.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025
These alligators in The Swamp Park in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina and in Gator Country in Beaumont, Texas show us how they conserve energy, with their noses lifted above freezing water to avoid suffocation.
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2024
Many of us also hope that what Witt tells Gator moments after he refuses to recognize his authority is also accurate.
From Salon • Jan. 3, 2024
Leary spent the last five seasons at North Carolina State - he’s faced Clemson plenty - and even made two trips to the Gator Bowl.
From Washington Times • Dec. 28, 2023
Beneath the glass cases, Radar finds a box filled with maps and old tourist brochures advertising Gator World and Crystal Gardens and fun houses that no longer exist.
From "Paper Towns" by John Green
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