The crossword solution for the term 'alligator' is 'avocados' (5 letters). Avocados are a type of fruit that are native to Central and South America. They have a green, leathery skin and a creamy, yellow-green flesh. The name 'AVOCADO' comes from the Aztec word 'ahuacatl, ' which means 'testicle.' Alligators are large reptiles found in the United States and China. They have long, powerful jaws and a thick, scaly hide. Alligators are often associated with swamps and wetlands, where they hunt for fish, birds, and other small animals.