crocodiles
Definition
Large, semiaquatic reptiles of the family Crocodylidae, characterized by long snouts, powerful jaws, armored skin, and a reputation for stealthy predation in rivers and swamps.
The plural form of 'crocodile,' often used collectively to describe these ancient survivors that have outlasted dinosaurs with their patient, opportunistic hunting style.
Examples
The crocodiles lounged by the riverbank, eyeing picnickers like they were debating between lunch and a nap.
In the wild, crocodiles are apex predators, but at the pet store, plastic ones sell better for kids' bath time battles.
Surviving 200 million years means crocodiles know something about real estate: swamps are forever.
Fashionistas love crocodile leather, oblivious to how those 'shoes' once snapped at gazelles for breakfast.