morphism
nounUK /ˈmɔːfɪzəm/
US /ˈmɔːrfɪzəm/
A morphism is a special rule that connects two things in math while keeping their structure the same.
In category theory, a morphism maps objects to objects while preserving their relationships.
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2. In biology, a morphism can refer to a form or shape variant within a species.
The dark-winged morphism appeared more often in colder regions.
3. A transformation or change in form, especially in linguistic or structural contexts.
The morphism of the word root changed its meaning over centuries.
4. In algebra, a structure-preserving map between algebraic structures.
A group morphism preserves the group operation between two groups.