grown-up

Definition

  • noun: a person who is fully grown
  • adjective: not childish or immature
  • adjective: no longer young
  • synonyms: adult

Examples

  • They're 'grown-up' [='mature'] enough to deal with the situation.

  • Their children are all 'grown-up' now. [=are adults now]

  • Her books appeal to both children and 'grown-ups'.

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