Definition: Anapterygotous refers to a term in Greek mythology used by the ancient Greeks to denote a man who had been transformed into a woman, often in childbirth or through other means. It was originally seen as a sign of divine creation, but over time it has been interpreted differently. In modern usage, it generally refers to a person who has undergone a process that transforms their body and mind into the physical appearance of another, such as an embryo being transformed into a human.