ANAMORPHOSIS

anamorphosis, anamorphism

(noun) a distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner

anamorphosis, anamorphism

(noun) the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Noun

anamorphosis (plural anamorphoses)

A distorted image of an object that may be viewed correctly from a specific angle or with a specific mirror.

(biology) A form of limited metamorphosis in some arthropods.

(mycology, lichenology) An abnormal form of some lichens or fungi that gives the appearance of a different species.

Source: Wiktionary

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An`a*mor"pho*sis, n. Etym: [Gr.

1. (Persp.)

Definition: A distorted or monstrous projection or representation of an image on a plane or curved surface, which, when viewed from a certain point, or as reflected from a curved mirror or through a polyhedron, appears regular and in proportion; a deformation of an image.

2. (Biol.)

Definition: Same as Anamorphism, 2.

3. (Bot.)

Definition: A morbid or monstrous development, or change of form, or degeneration.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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