to come of age
01
to reach a significant stage in development and become accepted by the majority of people
Idiom
Informal
Exempel
The young artist's latest exhibition was a testament to her talent and creativity, a sign that she had truly come of age in the art world.
As the business grew and expanded, it was clear that the startup had come of age and was now a major player in the industry.
02
to reach the age that makes one a legal adult
Exempel
My parents came of age during the 1960s.
