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Definition griffin

Etymology

From Middle English griffoun, from Old French griffon, from Latin gryphus, from Ancient Greek ???? (grúps).

Noun

griffin (plural griffins)

1. A mythical beast having the body of a lion and the wings and head of an eagle.
2. (heraldry) A heraldic representation of such a beast used as a charge or as a supporter.
3. A large vulture (Gyps fulvus) found in the mountainous parts of Southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor, supposed to be the "eagle" of the Bible. The bearded griffin is the lammergeier.
4. An English variety of apple.
5. (dated, India) A person who has just arrived from Europe.
6. A cadet newly arrived in British India: half English, half Indian.
7. A watchful guardian, especially a duenna in charge of a young woman.

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