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Word of the Day Tuesday, May 4, 2027

metamorphosis

/mɛtəˈmɔrfəsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does metamorphosis mean?

noun

A biological process by which an animal physically develops after birth or hatching, involving a series of changes in form that transform it into a different form, often involving a complete transformation of the body structure. This term is also used metaphorically to describe a profound change in form or character.

Example

"The caterpillar underwent a remarkable metamorphosis, emerging as a beautiful butterfly."

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