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shapeshift.

To change one's shape or form (into another) through often magical means, normally applied only to living beings.

10 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb/ˈʃeɪp.ʃɪft/
  1. To change one's shape or form (into another) through often magical means, normally applied only to living beings.

    intransitive
  2. To undergo a noticeable change (in character for example), to metamorphosize.

    figuratively · intransitive
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Probably a back-formation from shapeshifter.

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