2syllables
griffon
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Definitions ofgriffon
1noun
- A mythical beast having the body of a lion and the wings and head of an eagle.
- A large vulture (Gyps fulvus) found in the mountainous parts of Southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor, supposed to be the "eagle" of the Bible.
- An English variety of apple.
- A person who has just arrived from Europe.
- A cadet newly arrived in British India: half English, half Indian.
- A watchful guardian, especially a duenna in charge of a young woman.
1noun
- A breed of dog usually called the Brussels Griffon, reminiscent of the legendary creature.
- A griffon vulture.
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