griffon

noun

grif·​fon ˈgri-fən How to pronounce griffon (audio)

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, griffin

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of griffon was in 1882

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“Griffon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/griffon. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.

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