griffon

noun

Meaning

A mythical beast having the body of a lion and the wings and head of an eagle.
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.
An English variety of apple.
A person who has just arrived from Europe.
A cadet newly arrived in British India: half English, half Indian.
A watchful guardian, especially a duenna in charge of a young woman.
A breed of dog usually called the Brussels Griffon, reminiscent of the legendary creature.
A griffon vulture.

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