subadult

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English

Alternative forms

Etymology

sub- +‎ adult

Adjective

subadult (comparative more subadult, superlative most subadult)

  1. Not yet adult.
  2. (entomology) Final instar before reaching sexual maturity.

Noun

subadult (plural subadults)

  1. A person who, or animal that, is not yet an adult.