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Outgrow Definition & Meaning

outgrow
verb
  1. grow too large or too mature for; "I have outgrown these clothes"; "She outgrew her childish habits"
  2. grow faster than

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Frequently asked questions

What does outgrow mean?
grow too large or too mature for; "I have outgrown these clothes"; "She outgrew her childish habits" grow faster than
What part of speech is outgrow?
Outgrow is a verb.
How many definitions does outgrow have?
Outgrow has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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