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Definition of Puberty
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Puberty: Adolescence, the period in which the human body first becomes capable of reproduction. The timing of the development of puberty is variable and involves many factors including genetic, nutritional, environmental, and social factors.