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Definition of Griffon
1. Noun. Winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion.
2. 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
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.
4. Noun. Large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings.
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
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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.
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