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Metamorphosis
01
a complete change of physical form or substance especially as by magic or witchcraft
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
metamorphoses
02
an extreme change in someone or something's nature, character, or form
Examples
The company underwent a complete metamorphosis after the new CEO took charge.
03
a biological process in which an animal undergoes a significant change in form and structure during its life cycle, typically seen in insects, amphibians, and other animals
Examples
The caterpillar undergoes metamorphosis to transform into a butterfly.
