Growing up
Pronunciation: /ˈɡɹoʊɪŋ ˈəp/
Growing up (noun)
- The process of changing from being a child to being an adult, including learning and gaining experience.
- The period of life when you are a child, often remembered through events, places, and people around you.
Examples
- Growing up teaches you how to make responsible choices.
- Growing up can be difficult, but it builds confidence.
Growing up (verb)
- To change over time from childhood to adulthood, usually by learning, taking on responsibilities, and getting older.
Examples
- I am growing up, so I need more independence.
- She is growing up and learning new responsibilities.