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English noun: griffon

1. griffon (person) winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion


Synonymsgriffin, gryphon


Broader (hypernym)mythical creature, mythical monster

2. griffon (animal) breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle


SynonymsBelgian griffon, Brussels griffon


Broader (hypernym)Canis familiaris, dog, domestic dog


Narrower (hyponym)Brabancon griffon

3. griffon (animal) breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France


Synonymswire-haired pointing griffon


Broader (hypernym)gun dog, sporting dog

4. griffon (animal) large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings


Synonymsgriffon vulture, Gyps fulvus


Broader (hypernym)Old World vulture


Member meronymgenus Gyps, Gyps









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