What is another word for Ripening? - 312 Ripening Synonyms

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Meaning of Ripening

The primary meaning of the word "Ripening" based on Oxford Languages is the process of becoming or making something ripe or mature.

Definitions

The process of becoming ripe or mature
* The act of making something ripe or mature
* A stage of development or growth when something becomes ripe or mature

Etymology of Ripening

The word "Ripening" has its roots in Old English "rīpian," which means "to ripen" or "to grow ripe"
The word is also related to the Old Norse "rípa," which means "to ripen" or "to mature"
Historically, the word "Ripening" has been used to describe the process of becoming ripe or mature, both literally and figuratively

Example Uses

The fruit is ripening on the tree
* The wine is ripening in the cellar
* The idea is ripening in my mind
* The company is ripening for a takeover

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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What is another word for Ripening? – 312 Ripening Synonyms