Associations to the word «Griffon»

Wiktionary

GRIFFON, noun. Alternative form of griffin (legendary creature)
GRIFFON, noun. A breed of dog usually called the Brussels Griffon, reminiscent of the legendary creature.
GRIFFON VULTURE, noun. A large Old World vulture, Gyps fulvus, native to mountainous areas from Iberia to Burma.
GRIFFON VULTURES, noun. Plural of griffon vulture

Dictionary definition

GRIFFON, noun. Winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion.
GRIFFON, noun. Breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle.
GRIFFON, noun. Breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France.
GRIFFON, noun. Large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings.

Wise words

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