maturation
noun/ˌmætʃəˈreɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #13,204 most common English word
Meaning
the process of becoming fully developed or mature
Example sentence
The maturation of grapes on the vine depends heavily on the amount of sunlight they receive.
Synonyms & related words
- ripening
- development
- growth
- maturing
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