maturity
/məˈtʊɹəti/ nom B2En français : maturité
- The state of being mature, ready or ripe; the prime state of productibility and self expression. · Some foods and drinks, like wine, only reach their full taste at maturity, which literally comes at a price.· The ability to take responsibility is a sign of maturity.
- When bodily growth has completed and/or reproduction can begin. · The entire tank of guppies was in their maturity and ready to mate.· Some insect species reach sexual maturity well before their own bodily maturity
- The state of a debt obligation at the end of the term of maturation thereof, once all interest and any applicable fees have accrued to the principal.
- Date when payment is due. · The note was cashed at maturity.
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