verb
maturate
Maturate (verb) means to become ripe, or to make something ripe.
verb
1
To become ripe, or to make something ripe.
2
(medicine) To help an abscess fill fully with pus.
3
(medicine) Of an abscess: to fill completely with pus.
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Etymology
From Latin māturātus, perfect passive participle of māturō (“to ripen”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix). Compare French maturer.
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What is the meaning of maturate?
"maturate" (verb) means to become ripe, or to make something ripe.
What is another word for maturate?
Other words for "maturate" include suppurate, mature, senesce, grow, fester, age.
What are the different meanings of maturate?
"maturate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To become ripe, or to make something ripe; 2. (medicine) To help an abscess fill fully with pus; 3. (medicine) Of an abscess: to fill completely with pus.
