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chrysalis

/ˈkrɪsəlɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does chrysalis mean?

noun

A stage in the life cycle of a butterfly or moth, during which it undergoes transformation from a caterpillar to a winged adult. A state of transformation or change.

Example

"The caterpillar will form a chrysalis before emerging as a beautiful butterfly."

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