anamorphism Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes
    anamorphosis.
  2. noun metamorphism that occurs deep under the earth's surface; changes simple minerals into complex minerals
  3. 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.

WordNet

An`a*mor"phism noun
Etymology
Gr. again + form.
Definitions
  1. A distorted image.
  2. (Biol.) A gradual progression from one type to another, generally ascending. Huxley.

Webster 1913