1. Noun
A fabulous monster, half lion and half eagle. It is often represented in Grecian and Roman works of art.
2. Noun
A representation of this creature as an heraldic charge.
3. Noun
A species of large vulture (Gyps fulvus) found in the mountainous parts of Southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor; -- called also gripe, and grype. It is supposed to be the "eagle" of the Bible. The bearded griffin is the lammergeir.
4. Noun
An English early apple.
5. Noun
large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings
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6. Noun
breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France
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7. Noun
breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle
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