Brussels griffon


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Brussels griffon

n.
Any of several varieties of small dog of a breed originating in Belgium, having a rough or smooth coat and a short muzzle.
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Brus′sels grif′fon


n.
one of a Belgian breed of toy dogs with an upturned nose and a reddish brown coat.
[1935–40]
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Noun1.Brussels griffon - breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzleBrussels griffon - breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle
Belgian griffon, griffon
Canis familiaris, dog, domestic dog - a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds; "the dog barked all night"
Brabancon griffon - a variety of Brussels griffon having a short smooth coat
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