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matured

6 definitions • 7 examples

1

past simple and past participle of

2

to become more developed mentally and emotionally and behave in a responsible way:

Examples:

Girls are said to mature faster than boys.

He matured a lot while he was in college.

3

If ideas, opinions, etc. mature, they reach an advanced or developed state:

Examples:

It took several years for her ideas to mature.

4

to become completely grown physically:

Examples:

Humans take longer to mature than most other animals.

5

to allow food and wine to become old enough for the flavour to develop completely:

Examples:

The wine has been matured in oak vats.

The cheese is left to mature for two years.

6

If an insurance agreement or an investment matures, it becomes ready to be paid:

Examples:

The policy matures after 15 years.

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