The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Gavial \Ga"vi*al\ (g[=a]"v[i^]*al), n. [Hind. gha[.r]iy[=a]l:
cf. F. gavial.] (Zool.)
A large Asiatic crocodilian (Gavialis Gangeticus); --
called also nako, and Gangetic crocodile.
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Note: The gavial has a long, slender muzzle, teeth of nearly
uniform size, and feet completely webbed. It inhabits
the Ganges and other rivers of India. The name is also
applied to several allied fossil species.
[1913 Webster] Gavot
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Nakoo \Na"koo\, n. [From the native name.] (Zool.)
The gavial. [Written also nako.]
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