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Definition of Hypermetamorphosis

1. n. A kind of metamorphosis, in certain insects, in which the larva itself undergoes remarkable changes of form and structure during its growth.

Definition of Hypermetamorphosis

1. Noun. (biology) A kind of complete metamorphosis in which the different larval instars represent two or more different forms of larva. ¹

2. Noun. (neurology) An excessive visual exploration of environment ¹

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Medical Definition of Hypermetamorphosis

1. A kind of metamorphosis, in certain insects, in which the larva itself undergoes remarkable changes of form and structure during its growth. Origin: Hyper- + metamorphosis. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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