What is another word for alligatorid?
Pronunciation: [ˈalɪɡˌatɔːɹˌɪd] (IPA) 
Alligatorid is a term used to describe species of alligators and caimans. However, there are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably with this word. One possible synonym is crocodilian, which refers to any member of the order Crocodylia that includes alligators, crocodiles, and gharials. Another synonym is caimanine, which specifically refers to genus Caiman, a crocodilian native to Central and South America. Some other synonyms that can be used for alligatorid include alligator-like reptiles, alligatoroids, and alligator-shaped crocs. All of these terms accurately describe the various species of alligators and caimans that exist in the wild.
