|
|
Definition of Belgian griffon
1. Noun. Breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle.
Generic synonyms: Canis Familiaris, Dog, Domestic Dog
Specialized synonyms: Brabancon Griffon
Lexicographical Neighbors of Belgian Griffon
Literary usage of Belgian griffon
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Complete Dog Book by William A. Bruette (1922)
"The Belgian griffon gets his short, turned-up nose from the Toy Spaniel; his
light-colored topknot can be attributed to the Yorkshire; ..."
2. My Husband by Irene Castle (1919)
"I slept, or tried to sleep, on the bench in the smoking-room, concealing my small
Belgian griffon under my coat. We were held up four times by destroyers ..."
3. Dogdom: Monthly (1920)
"Mrs. HW Kirkland, Glenkirk, East Freedom Pa GRIFFON BRUXELLOIS 21-1-tf FOR
SALE—Belgian griffon Bruxellois. Some fine young puppies, sired by Ch. Pierre of ..."
4. The Rough Road by William John Locke (1918)
"Added to all this, Goliath, the miniature Belgian griffon, having probably
overeaten himself, had complicated pains inside, and the callous vet. could or ..."
Other Resources:
