(UK, criminal law) An adult, such as a parent, guardian or social worker, whose role is to safeguard the interests of young or handicapped people detained by the police, and who must be present at suc
(UK, criminal law) An adult, such as a parent, guardian or social worker, whose role is to safeguard the interests of young or handicapped people detained by the police, and who must be present at such interviews.
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A person who has reached the legal age of majority.
(UK, Ireland, formal) Policies and actions for the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
(slang) Activities typically associated with adulthood.
Adult mode is the mental state you switch into when life demands that you actually handle your business — filing taxes, having a difficult conversation, or choosing the salad without crying about it. It's a self-aware acknowledgement that you're consciously stepping out of your usual chaotic, fun-first energy and into calm, competent, responsible territory. The phrase carries gentle self-mockery: the fact that you have to announce you're entering adult mode implies you're not usually there. Think of it as the responsible alter ego that shows up when avoidance is no longer viable.