noun
- Plural of hippogriff; mythical creatures with the front body of an eagle and the hind body of a horse.
Usage: Also spelled hippogryph or hippogriff (singular); chiefly used in fantasy literature and games; Variant spelling of hippogryph
Examples
- The fantasy novel featured a squadron of hippogriffs soaring through enchanted skies.
- In the video game, players could ride hippogriffs to reach distant mountain kingdoms.
- Medieval bestiaries sometimes depicted hippogriffs as noble hybrid creatures.
- The artist drew several hippogriffs with intricate feathered wings and powerful horse legs.
- Legends spoke of hippogriffs guarding the treasure hidden in the dragon's lair.