청소년이 성적으로 성숙하여 번식 능력을 갖게 되는 시기.
The period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction.
예문:
"The onset of puberty is often accompanied by rapid physical changes."
"Hormonal shifts during puberty can affect a teenager's emotional stability."
법적으로 결혼이나 특정 행위에 동의할 수 있는 능력이 있다고 간주되는 나이.
The legal age at which a person is considered capable of marriage or consenting to certain acts.
예문:
"In some historical legal systems, puberty was defined by specific physical milestones."
"The attainment of puberty once marked the transition to adult legal responsibilities."