Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shape-shifter
noun
/ˈʃeɪpˌʃɪftər/
Definition
A shape-shifter is a being or creature that can change its physical form or appearance at will.
Examples
- The legend spoke of a shape-shifter that could take on the form of a wolf during the full moon.
- In the fantasy novel, the protagonist is a shape-shifter who struggles to control her transformations.
Meaning
The term is often used in mythology and folklore to describe entities that can transform into different shapes, typically animals or humans.
Synonyms
- transformer
- metamorph
- changer
