Meanings

culture / civilization

enhancement / strengthening / upgrading

sulfur oxide / sulfur oxides

encryption technology / cryptographic technology

compiler optimization capability / ability to optimize code

clown / jester / buffoon

metamorphosis / transformation / incarnation

bakeneko / cat monster / shape-shifting cat

transforming oneself

to take the form of (esp. in ref. to a spirit, fox, raccoon dog, etc.)

to change (into)

to bewitch

parity check (data, memory, etc.)