verb
maturate
Maturate (verb) means to bring to ripeness or maturity; to ripen.
verb
1
To bring to ripeness or maturity; to ripen.
2
To promote the perfect suppuration of (an abscess).
3
To undergo perfect suppuration.
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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 bring to ripeness or maturity; to ripen.
What are the different meanings of maturate?
"maturate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To bring to ripeness or maturity; to ripen; 2. To promote the perfect suppuration of (an abscess); 3. To undergo perfect suppuration.