metamorphous

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

• 🇫🇷Adjectif vieilli signifiant qui change de forme ou subit une métamorphose ; rare dans l'anglais moderne.

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.

   🇫🇷relatif à la métamorphose

   Synonymes: 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.

   🇫🇷produit par métamorphose

   Synonymes: metamorphic

• more metamorphous comparative form
• most metamorphous superlative form