griffon

noun

1. winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion
2. breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle
3. breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France
4. large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings