metamorphosis
[ˌmetəˈmɔ:rfəsɪs]
n.
变形(尤指从蛹变为昆虫);
(性格、环境等的)改变;
例句:
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The metamorphosis from anxious wife to feted author was rapid and dramatic.
从整日焦虑的妻子到受人追捧的作家,这变化迅速而剧烈。
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They have chewing mouthparts, and undergo complete metamorphosis.
来自BBC
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the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly
从毛毛虫到蝴蝶的蜕变
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A butterfly is produced by metamorphosis from a caterpillar.
蝴蝶是由毛虫脱胎变成的.
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You get the feeling a distinct metamorphosis has taken place.
来自BBC
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They are also critical in amphibian metamorphosis.
来自SA