Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ripe-fruit
noun
/raɪp fruːt/
Definition
Ripe fruit is fruit that has reached its peak of maturity and is ready to be eaten.
Examples
- Tomatoes are a type of ripe fruit that is often used in salads.
- Peaches are particularly delicious when they are ripe, juicy, and fragrant.
- You can tell an apple is ripe fruit when it feels firm yet slightly soft to the touch.
Meaning
The state of fruit when it is fully developed, sweet, and has reached the optimal flavor and texture for consumption.
Synonyms
- mature fruit
- ready fruit
- fully developed fruit
