crocodile
/ˈkrɒkədaɪl/ · /ˈkrɑːkədaɪl/
CEFR level A2Topic NatureWord #1580 in the learning path
鳄鱼
Definitions
n. a large reptile with tough skin, long jaws and tail
鳄鱼
Example
We watched a crocodile slide into the river.
我们看着一条鳄鱼滑入河中。
Wetland conservation protects crocodile habitats while also supporting the fish and birds that depend on these ecosystems.
湿地保护既能保护鳄鱼的栖息地，也有利于依赖这些生态系统的鱼类和鸟类。
Collocations
- crocodile habitat
- crocodile eggs
- crocodile tears
Usage tip
alligator指短吻鳄，与crocodile并非同一种动物。
FAQ
- What does crocodile mean?
- a large reptile with tough skin, long jaws and tail
- How is crocodile pronounced?
- UK /ˈkrɒkədaɪl/, US /ˈkrɑːkədaɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
