morphe

Morphe is a term that appears in different contexts, derived from the Greek morphē, meaning form or shape. In linguistic and philosophical discussions, the root morphe- is common in terms such as morphology and metamorphosis; however, the standalone form morphe is not a standard English term. When used in English-language texts, the primary concepts are morpheme (the smallest meaningful unit of language) and morph (an inflected or derived form of a word).

Within linguistics, morpheme and morph are central, while morphe as an isolated word is rarely employed outside of etymological notes on the Greek origin of the term. The Greek root continues to influence many modern terms describing form, structure, and transformation.

Morphe is also the proper name of a cosmetics company. Morphe Cosmetics markets makeup brushes, palettes, and other beauty products and distributes them through online stores and selected retailers. The brand has become known for its affordable products and frequent product launches and collaborations with beauty creators.

See also: Morphe (disambiguation) and Morpheus (mythology) to distinguish related terms.