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griffin

/ˈɡrɪf.ɪn/

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noun

/ˈɡrɪf.ɪn/C1formal
  • ruМифическое существо с телом, хвостом и задними лапами льва, а также головой и крыльями орла, часто изображаемое как страж сокровищ.

A mythical creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion, and the head and wings of an eagle, often depicted as a guardian of treasure.

  1. Mythical creatureB2formal

    A legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion, and the head and wings of an eagle.

    ruМифическое существо

    • The griffin is a common symbol in medieval heraldry.
    • Ancient myths describe the griffin as a guardian of treasure.
    • The tapestry depicted a griffin soaring above the mountains.

    Synonymsgriffongryphon

Forms
  • griffins plural form
  • griffins' possessive plural form
  • griffin's possessive singular form