The term CROCODILE is a large aquatic REPTILE found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is related to the alligator, and is known for its powerful jaws and sharp teeth. The crossword solutions for this term include TEARS (5 letters), MUGGER (6 letters), DUNDEE (6 letters), REPTILE (7 letters), ALLIGATOR (9 letters), and GAVIAL (6 letters). TEARS refers to the crocodile's ability to produce TEARS, while MUGGER is another name for the species. DUNDEE is a type of crocodile found in India, REPTILE is a general term for the group of animals to which crocodiles belong, ALLIGATOR is a close relative of the crocodile, and GAVIAL is a type of crocodile found in India and Southeast Asia.