The term "Gator" extends far beyond its common abbreviation for "alligator," encompassing a diverse range of names and objects. Several prominent figures, including baseball stars Mike Greenwell and Ron Guidry, and even skateboarder Mark Rogowski (convicted of a 1991 murder), have been nicknamed "Gator." In entertainment, it features as iconic cartoon characters like Wally Gator and lent its name to a 1976 action film starring Burt Reynolds. The military utilizes "Gator" for advanced systems like the AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR radar and the GATOR mine system developed in the 1980s, alongside amphibious vehicles often called "gator freighters." Perhaps most widely recognized, "Gator" denotes numerous sports teams, most notably the University of Florida's athletic program, the Florida Gators.