griffon
1.
(
noun
) breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France
Synonyms:
wire-haired pointing griffon
Related Words:
gun dog
,
sporting dog
2.
(
noun
) breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle
Synonyms:
Belgian griffon
,
Brussels griffon
Related Words:
Brabancon griffon
,
Canis familiaris
,
dog
,
domestic dog
3.
(
noun
) large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings
Synonyms:
Gyps fulvus
,
griffon vulture
Related Words:
Old World vulture
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