'anamorphosis' definitions:

Definition of 'anamorphosis'

From: WordNet
noun
The evolution of one type of organism from another by a long series of gradual changes [syn: anamorphosis, anamorphism]
noun
A distorted projection or perspective; especially an image distorted in such a way that it becomes visible only when viewed in a special manner [syn: anamorphosis, anamorphism]