voksen — meaning in English

English meaning

• adult noun A person who has reached the age of legal maturity, typically 18 or older.
• mature adj Fully grown or developed, whether physically, mentally, or emotionally.

Senses

voksen is used for these senses in English:

• adult Fully grown.
• adult An animal that is full-grown.
• mature Fully developed; grown up in terms of physical appearance, behaviour or thinking; ripe.

adult — full definition

1. noun A person who has reached the age of legal maturity, typically 18 or older.
2. adj Fully grown, or intended for grown-ups rather than children.

mature — full definition

1. adj Fully grown or developed, whether physically, mentally, or emotionally.
2. adj Containing content, such as violence or sexual themes, considered suitable only for adults.
3. verb To develop fully or grow into an adult state, whether physically or in outlook.
4. verb Of a financial obligation such as a bond or loan, to reach the date on which payment becomes due.

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