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to ripen
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(of fruit, etc.) to become fully developed
ripen
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ripened
adj
ripened
adj
ripening
n
ripening
n
Example
The baker ripened the sourdough starter for several days before using it in the bread recipe.
She ripened the avocados by placing them in a paper bag with a ripe apple.
The farmer used ethylene gas to ripen the green tomatoes before selling them.
The florist employed a technique to ripen the cut flowers and prolong their vase life.
To ripen a kiwi faster, place it in a paper bag with an apple or banana.
