English word gerontomorphosis comes from English geronto- (Pertaining to old age or those of old age.), English morphosis
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| geronto- | English (eng) | Pertaining to old age or those of old age. |
| morphosis | English (eng) | (biology) The way in which an organism (or an organ) changes form during development. [from 19th c.]. |
| gerontomorphosis | English (eng) | (zoology) Evolutionary change involving extreme specialisation and a reduction in the capability for further change. |