Meaning of the word "come of age" in English

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come of age

US /kʌm əv eɪdʒ/
UK /kʌm əv eɪdʒ/
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Idiom

1.

to reach the age when one is legally an adult

Example:
She will come of age next year and be able to vote.
In many countries, you come of age at 18.
2.

to reach a stage of maturity or full development

Example:
The young artist's work has truly come of age with this exhibition.
The internet has truly come of age as a powerful tool for communication.
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