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/məˌtʃʊəˈreɪʃən/ · ma·tu·ra·tion
noun
- The process of becoming mature. The maturation of the young athlete was evident after months of disciplined training.
- The process of differentiation that produces the adult form of an organism. During the larval stage, the insect undergoes maturation into a fully winged adult.
- The process of maturing, or suppurating fully. The cheese's maturation in the cellar gave it a rich, tangy flavor.
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Did you know? The term 'maturation' is famously used in winemaking, where the wine's flavor profile evolves dramatically during barrel aging.