metamorphosis 1
noundomain: natural proc.
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals
Hypernym
a process occurring in living organisms
Pertainym (pertains to noun)
metamorphic 1
adjective
of or relating to metamorphosis (especially of rocks)
metamorphous 1
adjective
of or relating to metamorphosis (especially of rocks)
EnglishDerivationally related form
metamorphic 2
adjective
characterized by metamorphosis or change in physical form or substance
Hyponym
incomplete or partial metamorphosis in insects
development of insects with incomplete metamorphosis in which no pupal stage precedes maturity
holometabolism 1
noun
complete metamorphosis in insects
