metamorphic

Definition of Metamorphic in English :

1. metamorphic, metamorphous

of or relating to metamorphosis (especially of rocks)

Example Sentences:
'metamorphic stage'
'marble is a metamorphic rock that takes a high polish'

2. metamorphic

characterized by metamorphosis or change in physical form or substance

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Metamorphic

adjective

1.

relating to or resulting from metamorphosis or metamorphism

2.

(of rocks) altered considerably from their original structure and mineralogy by pressure and heat

Compare igneous, sedimentary

adjective

of, characterized by, causing, or formed by metamorphism or metamorphosis

adj.

1. also met·a·mor·phous (-fəs) Of, relating to, or characterized by metamorphosis.

2. Geology Changed in structure or composition as a result of metamorphism. Used of rock.