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strobilation

/strɒbɪˈleɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does strobilation mean?

noun

A process of metamorphosis in which an insect or other animal undergoes a series of transformations, often involving the formation of a pupa or chrysalis, before emerging as a fully formed adult.

Example

"The caterpillar underwent strobilation, eventually emerging as a beautiful butterfly."

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