fully fledged

/ˌfʊli flɛdʒd/
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Definitions of fully fledged
  1. adjective
    (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
  2. adjective
    (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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