morphing

American  

[mawr-fing] / ˈmɔr fɪŋ /

noun

1. the smooth transformation of one image into another by computer, as in a motion picture.

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morphing British  

/ ˈmɔːfɪŋ /

noun

1. a computer technique used for graphics and in films, in which one image is gradually transformed into another image without individual changes being noticeable in the process

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Etymology

Origin of morphing

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

And their reunion opens old wounds, morphing into a living-room sparring match in what Casal calls “our ‘Love & Basketball’ episode.”

From Los Angeles Times

The alliance dismissed concerns that Hollywood is morphing into “gig economy,” saying the writers have little in common with gig workers.

From Los Angeles Times

Geopolitical crises and amorous complications are thick on the ground, intertwining and constantly morphing in ways that can be hard to follow.

From New York Times

Soon, fungus foams out, morphing into lumpy white orbs.

From Washington Post

Now the anti-reading mania is morphing into a campaign to defund libraries.

From Salon

Related Words

• alter
• modify
• transform