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Griffin, city, United StatesGriffin, city (1990 pop. 21,347), seat of Spalding co., W central Ga., in a farm and cotton area increasingly integrated into metropolitan Atlanta's economy; inc. 1843. The city's textile and clothing industries are in decline; other manufactures include leather, plastics, and transportation equipment. Nearby is a state agricultural station.griffin, legendary creaturegriffin, in ancient and medieval legend, creature with the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion. Its name also appears as griffon and gryphon. The griffin originated in ancient Middle Eastern legend and is often found in Persian sculpture and the decorative arts. Although its significance is obscure, it is often thought to have been a protective symbol, representing strength and vigilance.griffin1, griffon, gryphon a winged monster with an eagle-like head and the body of a lion griffin2 a newcomer to the Orient, esp one from W Europe griffin, griffon, gryphon A mythological beast having a lion’s body with an eagle’s head and wings; used decoratively. griffin fabulous animal, part eagle, part lion. [Gk. Myth. and Art: Hall, 143; Ital. Lit.: Purgatory] See : Monsters Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | The gryphon appeared as a decorative motif in ancient Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cultures, and it might have been inspired by the axex -- a feline-bodied creature with the head of a raptor -- from ancient Egypt. |
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