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big girl	An adult female.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
boys and their toys	Used to evoke the idea that adult men sometimes dote excessively on machines, automobiles, and gadgets in a childish manner.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
boys will be boys	It is hard, often fruitless, to attempt to curb the natural playfulness and tendency to mischief of most growing boys.1922, James Joyce, Ulysses Chapter 13But just then there was a slight altercation between Master Tommy and Master Jacky. Boys will be boys and our two twins were no exception to this golden rule.Even grown men usually remain somewhat boyish in heart"Boys will be boys", grinned grandpa while he joined his adult son playing with the fancy train-set he gave his grandson for Christmas while the kid was in school.	Rate it: (2.33 / 3 votes)
come of age	To reach a specific age where one is legally considered to be an adult.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
cry like a baby	(of an adult or older child) To bawl unabashedly and pitifully.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
Damm-Itt!, Darn-Itt!, Gol-Darn-Itt!	Adult Exclamations; 'Mouthed', 'Shouted'; 'Whispered', 'Repeated' in Anger, in Pain, In Frustration, In Aggravation:	Rate it: (5.00 / 2 votes)
dirty old man	An adult male - usually middle-aged or elderly - who acts in a lecherous or lewd manner.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
dummy spit	The act of overreacting (as an adult) to a situation childishly, in an angry or frustrated manner.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
grow up	To mature and become an adult.	Rate it: (4.00 / 3 votes)
grown up	adult	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
nice guy	An adult male who seeks sexual attraction and romantic intimacy, but only finds cordial friendship and platonic love.	Rate it: (1.00 / 1 vote)
older adult	Used other than as an idiom: see older, adult.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
older adult	An old person.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
out of reach	The adult magazines were out of reach of toddlers.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
Peter Pan syndrome	The supposed psychological phenomenon of immaturity among some men and women, who, like the fictional character, remain childish and fail to assume appropriate adult social roles and responsibilities.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
porn star name	Used other than as an idiom. the name taken by an adult film performer.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
second childhood	A childlike state in any adult, resulting from mental illness, trauma, or other conditions.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
sugar daddy	Reference to an older or elderly male adult seen in the company of a female much younger. The judgement of bystanders is; the female is mainly interested in the financial benefits to her lifestyle in this pairing:	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
thirsty thursday	A Thursday description when adding an adult drink to the mix is a good idea.	Rate it: (5.00 / 2 votes)
top shelf	Books, magazines, or movies that have adult content, or soft-core porn.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
what happens in vegas	The phrase "What happens in Vegas" is a well-known tagline associated with Las Vegas, a popular city in Nevada, United States, renowned for its vibrant entertainment, casinos, nightlife, and various forms of adult-oriented entertainment. The phrase implies that Las Vegas is a place where people can engage in activities and experiences that may be considered unconventional, exciting, or indulgent, without judgment or consequences following them outside of the city. It conveys a sense of freedom, privacy, and discretion regarding one's actions and experiences while visiting Las Vegas. However, it's important to remember that responsible behavior and adherence to legal and ethical standards should always be maintained, even in a city known for its entertainment and lively atmosphere.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)