Where does “γρύπας” come from?
γρύπας (Greek) comes from Ancient Greek γρύψ — griffin.
γρύπας (Greek): griffin mythical beast having the body of a lion and the wings and head of an eagle
Definitions
- griffin mythical beast having the body of a lion and the wings and head of an eagle
Ancestry of “γρύπας”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ancient Greek | γρύψ | griffin |