change of shape

• 物体、实体或系统的物理形态、结构或配置发生改变；也可指形状或形态上的变化。

A transformation or alteration in the physical form, structure, or configuration of an object, entity, or system.

1. Physical transformationB2formal

   The process or result of altering the external form or structure of an object or organism.

   形状变化

   • The caterpillar undergoes a change of shape to become a butterfly.
   • Metals can experience a change of shape under extreme heat.
   • The artist's sculpture shows a dramatic change of shape from the original block of marble.

2. Figurative transformationB2informal

   A significant alteration in the nature, character, or appearance of something.

   形态变化

   • The company's rebranding led to a change of shape in its public image.
   • After the training, there was a noticeable change of shape in his attitude.
   • The garden underwent a complete change of shape after the renovation.