anamorphosis

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Definitions

noun

A distorted image of an object that may be viewed correctly from a specific angle or with a specific mirror.
A form of limited metamorphosis in some arthropods.
An abnormal form of some lichens or fungi that gives the appearance of a different species.

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Synonyms

virtual image real image anastigmat phantogram anorthopia ames room plane mirror coma aberration gravitational mirage anisoplanatism perspectivity keystone effect aplanat orthoimage forced perspective

Associated

distorted projection mirror perspective renaissance examples image painting visual artist art works

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