Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maturate
verb
/ˈmæt.jʊ.reɪt/
Definition
To undergo maturation; to develop to a mature state.
Examples
- The cheese needs to maturate for several months before it’s flavorful.
- As the grapes maturate, they develop complex flavors ideal for winemaking.
- Many fruits are picked before they mature and then allowed to mature off the vine.
Meaning
The process of reaching full development or ripeness, often used in the context of food, wine, or biological organisms.
Synonyms
- Ripen
- Develop
- Age
- Grow
