Fledged

usgb/fledʒd/
adjective

Developed enough to be independent or to function on its own.

The bird is fully fledged and can fly now.
Visual representation of "fledged" - Developed enough to be independent or to function on its own.
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Independence Context

Use 'fledged' when something functions without help, like a startup becoming profitable.

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Their business is now fully fledged.
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Growth Milestone

It marks achievement, showing someone or something has reached a new level of development.

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She's a fledged expert in her field.
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