griffon
/ˈɡɹɪfən/noun
High School
1
Alternative form of griffin (legendary creature)
2
A breed of dog usually called the Brussels griffon, reminiscent of the legendary creature.
3
A griffon vulture.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing