Definitions

1. verb

to become a pupa, or a state of insect development in which the adult form is formed.

“The caterpillar will eventually pupate and transform into a beautiful butterfly.”

2. verb

to transform into a pupa, often used in reference to certain types of insects.

“The butterfly pupates in a chrysalis before emerging as a fully formed adult.”

3. noun

a state or process of transforming into a pupa.

“The pupation process is a critical stage in the life cycle of many insects.”