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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