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Definitions of metamorphosis
  1. noun
    the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals

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  2. noun
    a striking change in appearance or character or circumstances
    "the metamorphosis of the old house into something new and exciting"

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  3. noun
    a complete change of physical form or substance especially as by magic or witchcraft
Definition that contains metamorphosis
  • bug insects with sucking mouthparts and forewings thickened and leathery at the base; usually show incomplete metamorphosis
  • nymph a larva of an insect with incomplete metamorphosis (as the dragonfly or mayfly)
  • metabolic undergoing metamorphosis
  • amphibian cold-blooded vertebrate typically living on land but breeding in water; aquatic larvae undergo metamorphosis into adult form
  • metamorphic of or relating to metamorphosis (especially of rocks)
  • metamorphic characterized by metamorphosis or change in physical form or substance
  • imago an adult insect produced after metamorphosis
  • metabolous undergoing metamorphosis
  • metamorphous of or relating to metamorphosis (especially of rocks)
  • metabola insects that undergo complete metamorphosis
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