Meaning of the word "grow into" in English

What does "grow into" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grow into

US /ɡroʊ ˈɪntuː/
UK /ɡroʊ ˈɪntuː/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to develop into a particular type of person or thing

Example:
She will grow into a beautiful young woman.
The small business grew into a large corporation.
2.

to become large enough to fit into clothes that were previously too big

Example:
He'll soon grow into those shoes.
Don't worry, your son will grow into that coat.
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