Definition of Griffon

1. Noun. Winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion.

Exact synonyms: Griffin, Gryphon
Generic synonyms: Mythical Creature, Mythical Monster

2. Noun. Breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle.
Exact synonyms: Belgian Griffon, Brussels Griffon
Generic synonyms: Canis Familiaris, Dog, Domestic Dog
Specialized synonyms: Brabancon Griffon

3. Noun. Breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France.
Exact synonyms: Wire-haired Pointing Griffon
Generic synonyms: Gun Dog, Sporting Dog

4. Noun. Large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings.
Exact synonyms: Griffon Vulture, Gyps Fulvus
Generic synonyms: Old World Vulture
Group relationships: Genus Gyps, Gyps

Definition of Griffon

1. n. One of a European breed of rough-coated dogs, somewhat taller than the setter and of a grizzly liver color. They are used in hunt game birds. The Brussels griffon is a very small, wiry- coated, short-nosed pet dog of Belgian origin.

Definition of Griffon

1. Noun. (alternative form of griffin) (gloss legendary creature) ¹

2. Noun. A breed of dog usually called the Brussels Griffon, reminiscent of the legendary creature. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Griffon

1. griffin [n -S] - See also: griffin

Medical Definition of Griffon

1. 1. A fabulous monster, half lion and half eagle. It is often represented in Grecian and Roman works of art. 2. A representation of this creature as an heraldic charge. 3. A species of large vulture (Gyps fulvus) found in the mountainous parts of Southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor; called also gripe, and grype. It is supposed to be the "eagle" of the Bible. The bearded griffin is the lammergeir. Alternative forms: gryphon. 4. An English early apple. Origin: OE. Griffin, griffon, griffoun, F. Griffon, fr. L. Gryphus, equiv to gryps, Gr.; so called because of the hooked beak, and akin to curved, hook-nosed. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Griffon

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grievings
grievious
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grievousness
grievousnesses
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griffe
griffes
griffin
griffins
griffithsin
griffon (current term)
griffon-vulture
griffon vulture
griffon vultures
griffonage
griffons
griffs
grift
grifted
grifter
grifters
grifting
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