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fully fledged

DEFINITIONS OF: fully fledged

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adj (of a bird) having reached full development with fully grown adult plumage; ready to fly

Synonyms:
full-fledged
fledged, mature
(of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination

adj (of persons, e.g.) having gained full status

“sees itself as a fully fledged rival party”
Synonyms:
full-fledged
experienced, experient
having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation
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