"all ages" meaning in English

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Adjective

Etymology: Ellipsis of for people of all ages Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} all ages (not comparable)
  1. (chiefly US) open to people of all ages, particularly to children under the age of 18 (of an entertainment event, particularly music or dance) Tags: US, not-comparable Related terms: family friendly Coordinate_terms: 18+, 21+
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