n. [ From Morpheus: cf. F. morphine. ] (Chem.) A bitter white crystalline alkaloid found in opium, possessing strong narcotic properties, and much used as an anodyne; -- called also
n. (Computers) The smooth transformation of one shape or image into another, displayed on the computer screen as a series of images that appear to be continuous, as if in a movie. [ PJC ]
n. (Med.) A morbid condition produced by the excessive or prolonged use of morphine. [ 1913 Webster ]