griffon (n.)winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion;
griffon (n.)breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle;
Synonyms: Brussels griffon / Belgian griffon
griffon (n.)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
griffon (n.)large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings;
Synonyms: griffon vulture / Gyps fulvus