1. To bring to full development; ripen. 2. To work out fully in the mind: "able to digest and mature my thoughts for my own mind only" (John Stuart Mill).
Definition of mature adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
fully developed in body or mind, as a person: a mature woman. pertaining to or characteristic of full development: a mature appearance; fruit with a mature softness.
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There are 21 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word mature, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
3 days ago · (intransitive, of a person) To proceed toward or become mature or full-grown, either physically or psychologically; to gain experience or wisdom with age.