Jisho

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Ichidan verb, Intransitive verb
1. to take the form of (esp. in ref. to a spirit, fox, raccoon dog, etc.); to assume the shape of; to turn oneself into; to transform oneself into
  • ねこ
  • 化ける
  • といと言われる
It is said that cats can change shape.
Ichidan verb, Intransitive verb
2. to disguise oneself (as)
Ichidan verb, Intransitive verb
3. to change (into); to transform; to metamorphose
Ichidan verb, Intransitive verb
4. to change radically (for the better); to transform; to improve dramatically and unexpectedly (e.g. of an actor, sportsperson, stock price); to make a complete turnaround

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