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ripening Definition and Meaning in English (ripening definition)

noun
Synonyms:maturationmellowingdevelopment
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Ripening definition: The natural process by which fruits or vegetables become mature and ready for consumption.

Definitions of Ripening

  1. 1noun

    The natural process by which fruits or vegetables become mature and ready for consumption.

  2. 2adjective

    Describing something that is currently undergoing the process of becoming ripe or mature.

Example Sentences

“The ripening of the mangoes takes several days in the sun.”

“We are observing the ripening process of the cheese.”

“The slow ripening of the grapes ensures a rich flavor.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitiveripen
third person singularripens
past participleripened
adjectiveripe

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Ripening definition: The natural process by which fruits or vegetables become mature and ready for consumption.
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'Ripening' translates to 'ripening' in English. Ripening definition: The natural process by which fruits or vegetables become mature and ready for consumption.
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