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transmogrification
What does transmogrification mean?
transmogrification (noun): the act of changing into a different form or appearance (especially a fantastic or grotesque one).
Definition: Princeton WordNet 3.1.
Where does transmogrification come from?
From transmogrify + -ication.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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the act of changing into a different form or appearance (especially a fantastic or grotesque one)
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someone who is openly rebellious and refuses to obey authorities (especially seamen or soldiers)
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one who lags behind; one who takes more time than is necessary or more than the others in a group
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open or bold resistance to or disregard for authority, opposition, or power; refusing to give up
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