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An adult is a person who is fully grown or is 18 years of age or older, as specified by the law. (noun)

A 20 year old person is an example of an adult.

Adult means grown up or something intended for a mature audience or of a mature nature. (adjective)

A film that is rated NC-17 is an example of an adult movie.

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