adult

Adult is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /əˈdʌlt/ or /ˈædʌlt/
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Noun

Singular adult

Plural adults

1. (countable) An adult is a person or animal who is sexually, socially, or legally mature.

   All children under 12 must have an adult with them to enter the theatre.

Antonyms

• child