Crocodilian

Pronunciation: /ˌkrɑːkəˈdɪljən/

Crocodilian (noun)

  1. Any large reptile with a long body, strong jaws, and a tough skin, living in rivers, lakes, or swamps.

Examples

  • A crocodilian waits near the riverbank.
  • Crocodilians live in warm, wet places.

Crocodilian (adjective)

  1. Relating to the group of reptiles that includes crocodiles and all close relatives.

Examples

  • This crocodilian family includes many large reptiles.
  • Scientists study crocodilian animals in detail.