释义 |
grif·fon 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 |