Found 2 items, similar to anamorphism.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: anamorphism anamorphism n 1: the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes [syn: anamorphosis] 2: metamorphism that occurs deep under the earth's surface; changes simple minerals into complex minerals [ant: katamorphism] 3: a distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner [syn: anamorphosis]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Anamorphism Anamorphism \An`a*mor"phism\, n. [Gr. ? again + morfh` form.] 1. A distorted image. [1913 Webster] 2. (Biol.) A gradual progression from one type to another, generally ascending. --Huxley. [1913 Webster]