Meaning of the word "mature student" in English

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mature student

US /məˌtʃʊr ˈstuːdnt/
UK /məˌtʃʊr ˈstuːdnt/
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Noun

1.

a student who is older than the usual age for university or college students

Example:
Many universities offer special support for mature students.
She decided to become a mature student and pursue her dream of studying law.
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