metamorphic
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/ˌmɛtəˈmɔrfɪk/
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/ˌmɛtəˈmɔːfɪk/
change of form
Etymology
Etymology Information
'metamorphic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'metamorphosis,' where 'meta-' meant 'change' and 'morphē' meant 'form.'
Historical Evolution
'metamorphosis' transformed into the English word 'metamorphic' to describe rocks that have changed form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'change of form,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by change of form, especially in rocks that have undergone transformation by heat, pressure, or other natural agencies.
The metamorphic rocks in the region were formed under intense heat and pressure.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 23:48