gryphon

/grifin/

Thân thiện

A gryphon stands proudly on a rocky cliff overlooking a forest.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A mythical creature: A gryphon is a legendary beast with the head, beak, and wings of an eagle and the body, legs, and tail of a lion. It is often depicted as a powerful and majestic guardian of treasure.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The ancient tapestry depicted a fierce gryphon guarding a golden hoard.
  • In heraldry, the gryphon symbolizes courage and leadership.

Advanced Usage

• "Gryphon" in heraldry and symbolism: The creature is a common charge in coats of arms, representing a combination of intelligence (eagle) and courage (lion).
  • The family crest featured a golden gryphon, signifying strength and vigilance.

Variants and Related Words

• Griffin (n): The more common modern spelling for the same mythical creature.
  • The griffin is a popular figure in fantasy literature.

Synonyms

• Mythical hybrid: A creature composed of parts from different animals.
• Legendary beast: A fantastic animal from myth or legend.

Học thuật

Noun

1. winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion

Từ đồng nghĩa

• griffin
• griffon