Meaning
A mythical creature with the body of a lion and head and wings of an eagle.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English griffoun, from Old French griffon, from Late Latin grȳphus, from Classical Latin grȳps, from Ancient Greek γρῡ́ψ (grū́ps).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles: