Synonyms of griffon

Noun


1. gryphon, griffin, griffon, mythical monster, mythical creature

usage: winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion

2. griffon, Brussels griffon, Belgian griffon, dog, domestic dog, Canis familiaris

usage: breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle

3. griffon, wire-haired pointing griffon, sporting dog, gun dog

usage: breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France

4. griffon vulture, griffon, Gyps fulvus, Old World vulture

usage: large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings

WordNet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University.
All rights reserved.

Definition and meaning of griffon (Dictionary)