Meth gators are alligators who have become more aggressive and dangerous because they have ingested high levels of crystal meth in the Florida water system.

Quantitative research is the process of collecting and analysing numerical data. Conversely, qualitative research relies on data obtained by from first-hand observation, such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, etc.

Choice feminism is a branch of contemporary feminism that lays emphasis on the agency of women in decision-making (e.g. in getting cosmetic surgery, undertaking sex work, etc.)

Broadly, a canon is defined as the ideal standard by which other things are measured. In art (including but not limited to: paintings, sculpture, music, literature, etc.) this means the canon is defined by bodies of works that are of “indisputable quality”, often deeming them worthy for study.