n. - A fabulous monster, half lion and half eagle. It is often
represented in Grecian and Roman works of art.
n. - A representation of this creature as an heraldic charge.
n. - A species of large vulture (Gyps fulvus) found in the
mountainous parts of Southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor; --
called also gripe, and grype. It is supposed to be the "eagle" of the
Bible. The bearded griffin is the lammergeir.