shape-shifter
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shape–shift·er

noun \ˈshāp-ˌshif-tər\

Definition of SHAPE-SHIFTER

: one that seems able to change form or identity at will; especially : a mythical figure that can assume different forms (as of animals)
shape–shift \-ˌshift\ intransitive verb

First Known Use of SHAPE-SHIFTER

1887

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