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ripen
[ rahy-puhn ]
/ ĖraÉŖ pÉn /
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verb (used with or without object)
to make or become ripe.
to bring or come to maturity, the proper condition, etc.; mature.
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British Dictionary definitions for ripen
ripen
/ (ĖraÉŖpÉn) /
verb
to make or become ripe
Derived forms of ripen
ripener, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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