adult

A2
Pronunciation
/əˈdʌlt/
/ˈæd.əlt/
/əˈdʌlt/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A fully grown human or animal.

2 Definition

A person who has reached the legal age of majority.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To (cause to) be or become an adult.

2 Definition

To behave like an adult.

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Fully grown.

Example Sentences
  • an adult human, animal, or plant
2 Definition

Intended for or restricted to adults rather than children.

Example Sentences
  • adult clothes
3 Definition

Containing material of an explicit sexual nature; of, or pertaining to, pornography.

Example Sentences
  • This program contains adult content. Parental discretion is advised.
4 Definition

Vulgar or profane.