Definition of the word metamorphose

Pronunciation of vocabulary metamorphose

metamorphoseverb

sự biến hình

/ˌmetəˈmɔːfəʊz//ˌmetəˈmɔːrfəʊz/

Origin of the word metamorphose

The word "metamorphose" derives from two ancient Greek words - "meta," meaning change or transformation, and "morphe," meaning form or shape. In the context of biology, this term is used to describe a significant change in the physical appearance, structure, or behavior of an organism as it develops or goes through different life stages. This dynamic process is particularly evident in the life cycle of many invertebrates such as butterflies, beetles, and moths, during which they undergo a remarkable transformation from larva or caterpillar into adulthood. These fascinating metamorphoses have intrigued scientists and artists for centuries, inspiring myths, fables, and scientific inquiry alike.

Vocabulary summary metamorphose

typetransitive verb

meaning(: to, into) transform, transform

meaning(biology) metamorphosis

Example of vocabulary metamorphosenamespace

meaning

to change from its young form to its adult form in two or more separate stages; to experience metamorphosis

thay đổi từ dạng non sang dạng trưởng thành ở hai hoặc nhiều giai đoạn riêng biệt; trải nghiệm sự biến thái

  • The caterpillar will eventually metamorphose into a butterfly.

    Sâu bướm cuối cùng sẽ biến hình thành bướm.

meaning

to change into something completely different, especially over a period of time

để thay đổi thành một cái gì đó hoàn toàn khác nhau, đặc biệt là trong một khoảng thời gian

Words, synonyms, related vocabulary metamorphose

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