GRIFFON
Scrabble letter values: G2R1I1F4F4O1N1 = 14
Definition
- noun winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion. — synonyms: gryphon, griffin
- noun breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle. — synonyms: Brussels_griffon, Belgian_griffon
- noun breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat. — synonyms: wire-haired_pointing_griffon
- noun large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings. — synonyms: griffon_vulture, Gyps_fulvus
Examples
- “originated in Holland but largely developed in France”