alligator snapper

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Noun alligator snapper has 1 sense

alligator snapping turtle, alligator snapper, Macroclemys temmincki - large species having three ridges on its back; found in southeastern United States
--₁ is a kind of snapping turtle
--₁ is a member of Macroclemys, genus Macroclemys

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Alligator Snapper

Noun

A type of large freshwater turtle found in the southeastern United States.

Sense 1:

A species of alligator snapper (Macrochelys temminckii) known for its rough shell, powerful jaws, and spiked tail.

Example: The alligator snapper is one of the heaviest turtle species in North America.

Sense 2:

A fully grown alligator snapper turtle.

Example: We spotted an enormous alligator snapper in the river today.

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