puberty

UK
/ˈpjuː.bə.ti/
US
/ˈpjuː.bɚ.ti/

Translations

pubertynoun
половое созревание
Puberty is a critical stage in human development.
Половое созревание - это критический этап в развитии человека.
Synonyms
teenage years
pubescent stage
pubertyadjective
UK
/ˈpjuː.bə.ti/
US
/ˈpjuː.bɚ.ti/
Attributive use of the noun "puberty" before another noun (e.g., "puberty onset"); not a gradable adjective.

Definitions

pubertynoun
The period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction.
During puberty, teenagers experience a variety of physical and emotional changes.
pubertyadjective
Relating to or occurring at puberty.
Puberty onset can vary considerably between individuals.