(figuratively, of people) Lacking in experience
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The act or state of growing older
“The maturing boy still perceives his world as a golden age but in an increasingly real landscape that suggests future labor.”
The act or state of ripening
“To prevent sunburn and uneven ripening of the maturing fruit, a covering of straw is placed over the plant.”
Starting out or in the early stages of development
Growing, increasing or expanding at a fast rate
(figuratively, of people) Lacking in experience
The act or state of maturing or growing older
“The maturing of the boy during that period would then be seen as a composite event consisting, in part, of those two changes.”
The act or state of ripening
“Owing to late blossoming and early frosts, the maturing of the fruit is impossible.”
(of a person or thing) Present participle for to become fully grown or developed
“Worms typically go through four stages as they mature into adults.”
Present participle for to become more sensible with age
“He used to be very irresponsible, but he would gradually mature over the years.”
(with reference to certain foods or drinks) Present participle for to become, or cause to become, ready for consumption
“Let the green bananas mature for about two days before eating them.”
Present participle for to come to fruition
“The technology is still in its infancy and needs time to fully mature.”
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