alligator
NOUNVERB
/ælə,ɡeɪtər/
9 LETTERS · 4 SYLLABLES · STARTS WITH A
alligator is a valid 9-letter word worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words with Friends.
SCRABBLE
WORDS WITH FRIENDS
A1L1L1I1G2A1T1O1R1
1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 =10 PTS
DOUBLE WORD → 20TRIPLE WORD → 30
MEANING
What does alligator mean?
NOUN · 2 SENSES
1
Either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts.
SYNONYMS
BROADER
NARROWER
2
Leather made from alligator's hide.
BROADER
VERB · 1 SENSE
1
Crack and acquire the appearance of alligator hide, as from weathering or improper application; of paint and varnishes.
BROADER