characteristic of maturity; mature for her age'
having reached full natural growth or development; a mature cell'
fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used; ripe peaches; full-bodied mature wines
[ Syn: ripe ]
(of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination
[ Syn: fledged ]
fully considered and perfected; mature plans
[ Syn: matured ]
mature (adj.)
develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation; He matured fast; The child grew fast
develop and work out fully in one's mind; I need to mature my thoughts'
become due for repayment; These bonds mature in 2005'
cause to ripen or develop fully; The sun ripens the fruit; Age matures a good wine
[ Syn: ripen ]
grow old or older; She aged gracefully; we age every day--what a depressing thought!; Young men senesce
cause to ripen and discharge pus; The oil suppurates the pustules
[ Syn: suppurate ]