adult

//ˈædʌlt//
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Noun

adultSingular
adultsPlural
1

A person who is fully grown or developed; someone who has reached the age of maturity (typically 18 years or older).

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

2

A mature animal or plant that has reached full size and reproductive capability.

The butterfly emerges as an adult after the pupal stage.

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Adjective

1

Fully grown or developed; having reached maturity.

An adult elephant can weigh up to 6,000 kilograms.

2

Intended for or relating to adults rather than children, especially containing explicit sexual content.

This movie is rated as adult content.

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