1. (

• metamorphosis ,
• metabolism ,

) the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals ;

2. (

• transfiguration ,
• metamorphosis ,

) a striking change in appearance or character or circumstances; "the metamorphosis of the old house into something new and exciting" ;

3. (

• metamorphosis ,

) a complete change of physical form or substance especially as by magic or witchcraft ;