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to metamorphose
01
(of insects and amphibians) to go through a remarkable change, usually involving different stages, leading to the development into the adult form
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
action verb
regular
present tense
metamorphose
3rd person singular
metamorphoses
present participle
metamorphosing
past simple
metamorphosed
past participle
metamorphosed
1.1
to cause a profound change in the form, structure, or substance of something
Examples
The wizard used his magical powers to metamorphose the frog into a princely figure.
1.2
to undergo a complete transformation in form, structure, or appearance
Examples
The harsh experiences of her youth helped metamorphose her into a resilient and strong individual.
02
(of rocks or minerals) to undergo change or transform due to temperature, pressure, or chemical factors, leading to the development of different characteristics or qualities
