I. ˈgrifən, -ˌfän noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Middle English Griffoun, from Middle French Grifon
archaic : greek
II. noun
Etymology: French, literally, griffin
1. usually capitalized : a breed of small short-faced compact dogs of Belgian origin that occur in several varieties differing chiefly in length, color, or texture of coat
2. -s sometimes capitalized : a sporting dog of a breed originating in Holland but largely developed in France and comprising medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat by gray or grayish white often with chestnut markings — called also wire-haired pointing griffon