metamorphous

An obsolete adjective meaning changing form or undergoing metamorphosis; rarely used in modern English.

• 🇩🇪Veraltetes Adjektiv, das eine Veränderung der Form oder das Durchlaufen einer Metamorphose bezeichnet; im modernen Englisch selten verwendet.

1. Relating to metamorphosis C1 formal scientific

   Of or relating to the process of metamorphosis, especially in geology concerning the transformation of rocks.

   • The region is known for its metamorphous rock formations.
   • Geologists studied the metamorphous changes in the ancient bedrock.
   • Metamorphous processes can alter the mineral composition of rocks.

   🇩🇪auf Metamorphose bezogen

   Synonyme: metamorphic

2. Produced by metamorphosis C1 formal scientific

   Resulting from or produced by the process of metamorphosis.

   • The metamorphous structure of the mountain range is fascinating.
   • These crystals are metamorphous in origin.
   • The landscape shows clear signs of metamorphous activity.

   🇩🇪Metamorphisch

   Synonyme: metamorphic

• more metamorphous comparative form
• most metamorphous superlative form