gryphon

Meanings

• noun

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

  - "The gryphon is a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle."
  - "In Greek mythology, the gryphon was a guardian of the Golden Fleece."

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Variants

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griffin , gryphon , gryphons , griff , griffins , griffon , griffons

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Etymology

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The word 'gryphon' comes from the Greek word 'grypheus'. It was first mentioned in ancient Greek literature and mythology.

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Trivia

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1. The gryphon is often depicted as having golden or brass feathers and a mane.

2. The gryphon is sometimes referred to as a griffon or gryffin.

3. In heraldry, the gryphon is a common charge used in coats of arms.

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Related Concepts

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1. Chimera: Both gryphons and chimeras are mythical creatures with the bodies of various animals. However, while gryphons have the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, chimeras have the body of a lion with the head of a goat arising from its back and the tail of a serpent.

2. Sphinx: The sphinx is another mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human or an animal. Unlike the gryphon, the sphinx does not have wings.

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Culture

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The gryphon is a popular creature in mythology and literature, often depicted as a guardian or protector. It has been used as a symbol of power and strength in various cultures throughout history.

How to Memorize "gryphon"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize a gryphon, imagine a creature with the body of a lion, the head and wings of an eagle, and a tail like that of a lion.

2. associate
   

   - To memorize the word 'gryphon', you could associate it with the image of a powerful creature guarding a treasure.

3. mnemonics
   

   - A mnemonic for 'gryphon' could be 'Growling, Roaring, Yelling, Pouncing, Hunting, On' to remember the body parts of the creature.

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