crocodile

• Grand reptile aquatique et prédateur, à la mâchoire puissante, au museau allongé et au corps massif couvert d'écailles, vivant dans les rivières et les marais des régions chaudes. Il désigne surtout les espèces du genre Crocodylus, mais peut s'étendre aux animaux apparentés.

A large, predatory, semiaquatic reptile with a long snout, powerful jaws, and a thick, scaly skin, found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Australia.

1. Large reptileA2formal

   A large aquatic reptile with a long snout, sharp teeth, and powerful jaws, found in tropical regions.

   Crocodile (reptile)

   • The crocodile lay motionless in the river, waiting for prey.
   • Tourists watched the crocodile bask on the riverbank.
   • Crocodiles are known for their powerful bite.

2. Leather materialB1formal

   Leather made from the skin of a crocodile, used for making luxury items.

   Cuir de crocodile

   • She bought a handbag made of genuine crocodile leather.
   • The watch strap is crafted from crocodile skin.
   • Crocodile leather products are often very expensive.