gavial

/ˈɡɑːvi.əl/

Definitions

1. noun

A large reptile of the crocodile family, native to the Indian subcontinent, that feeds on large aquatic animals.

“The gavial’s powerful jaws were capable of catching a variety of fish and other aquatic prey.”

Synonyms

  • fish-eating crocodile
  • gharial

Antonyms

  • land-dwelling creature
  • terrestrial animal