1. A claw or talon, especially of a bird of prey or a mythical creature.
Usage: archaic or literary; often used in heraldry and fantasy contexts
2. In architecture, a curved molding or ornamental projection at the base of a column or wall.
Usage: technical; architectural term

Examples

• The eagle's griffe gripped the fish as it soared above the water.
• In the coat of arms, the lion's griffe was rendered in gold.
• The architect designed a decorative griffe where the column met the base.
• Medieval manuscripts often depicted dragons with fearsome griffes.
• The stone griffe added elegance to the building's classical facade.