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Nile crocodile   /naɪl krˈɑkədˌaɪl/   Listen
Nile crocodile

noun
1.
A dangerous crocodile widely distributed in Africa.  Synonyms: African crocodile, Crocodylus niloticus.






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... surprises. I once heard of a little Abyssinian prince, who to testify his gratitude to the missionary who had converted him, sent to him, as a present, a large chest of scented wood. When the missionary opened the chest, he found in it a pretty living Nile crocodile. Fancy his delight! Experiences like this teach prudence. So when our excellent friend M. Lerins sends me a present of a beautiful soul, it is natural that I should unpack it with caution, and that before I install this beautiful soul in my house, I should seek to know what ...
— Stories of Modern French Novels • Julian Hawthorne



Words linked to "Nile crocodile" :   African crocodile, crocodile



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