griffon

1. winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lionSynonyms: griffin, griffon, gryphon

2. breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzleSynonyms: Belgian griffon, Brussels griffon, griffon

3. breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in FranceSynonyms: griffon, wire-haired pointing griffon

4. large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wingsSynonyms: Gyps fulvus, griffon, griffon vulture