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Meaning ofmaturein English

mature

us//məˈtʃʊr//uk//məˈtʃuːr//

Comparative Adjectivematurer
Superlative Adjectivematurest
Past Tensematured
Participle Verbmaturing
Third Person Singularmatures

Definitions

Adjective
1. fully developed; physically or mentally grown
Verb
1. to develop or complete naturally (plans, etc.); ripen
  The company will mature its business plan over the next year.
2. to develop or become mature; mentally
  As she traveled, she began to mature and see the world differently.
3. to bring to full development or completion (something)
  The team will mature the design concept over the next few months.
4. to become ripe (food, etc.); reach full flavor
  The cheese will mature in a few weeks and have a richer flavor.
5. to ripen or make fully grown; physically
  The fruit will mature in the warm weather and be ready to eat.
6. to help someone become mature
  The mentor helped the young employee mature professionally and take on new challenges.
7. to reach a payment due date
  The loan will mature on January 1st and the full amount must be paid.