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Meaning of come of age | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. To reach a specific age where one is legally considered to be an adult.
    idiomatic
  2. To mature, or become fully developed.
    broadly, idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

“Eager to find a better life, you joined the Alliance military when you came of age. You volunteered for an expedition to Akuze: a lush world on the outskirts of Alliance space that had suddenly dropped out of contact.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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