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Chrysalis

Verb / ˈkrɪsʌlɪs / Another word for chrysalis — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A chrysalis is the hard shell or pupa that an insect forms before it becomes an adult.

Synonyms & similar words

cocoon pupa larva metamorphosis transformation pupation shuck shell case encasement covering sheath wrapping envelope pod casing container vessel husk

Example sentences

  1. The caterpillar spun a chrysalis around itself.
  2. Inside the chrysalis, the caterpillar undergoes a magical transformation.
  3. The chrysalis protects the developing insect.
  4. After a few weeks, the chrysalis cracks open, and a beautiful butterfly emerges.
  5. The chrysalis is a safe home for the caterpillar during its metamorphosis.

Quotes

  • Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a chrysalis.
  • Inside the chrysalis, something beautiful is happening.
  • The chrysalis is a symbol of transformation and growth.

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