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Definition of griffin

griffin

/ˈɡrɪf.ɪn/
grif · fin
Plural:griffins
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Adjective:griffinesque
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• noun

1

A mythical creature of classical and medieval folklore depicted with the head, forelegs, and wings of an eagle and the body, hind legs, and tail of a lion.

Example

"The stone gateway of the manor was flanked by two carved griffins."

2

A large Old World vulture (Gyps fulvus) native to mountainous regions of Europe, North Africa, and Asia, characterized by pale plumage and a white neck ruff; the griffon vulture.

Example

"A solitary griffin circled high above the limestone cliffs in search of carrion."

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• Rhymes for griffin

• Nearby Words

griever
grievous
grievously
griffin
griffon
grift
grifter

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed via Old French grifon from Latin gryphus and Ancient Greek gryps, meaning 'curved' or 'hook-nosed' in reference to its eagle beak.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Griffin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/griffin
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