rareripe
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈrɛrərɪp//
KK: /ˈrɛrərɪp/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is maturing or becoming ready to eat earlier than usual.
Example
The rareripe fruit was ready to be picked weeks before the others.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: rarer
Superlative: rarest
Conversation
Did you see the tomatoes in the market today?
Yeah, they looked really good!
I noticed some were even rareripe, which is unusual for this time of year.
That's interesting! I guess the warm weather is helping them ripen faster.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
early
premature
unripe
Antonyms
late
mature
ripe
noun
Definition
A type of fruit or vegetable that matures and becomes ready to eat sooner than others of its kind.
Example
The rareripe tomatoes were ready for harvest weeks before the others.
Conversation
Have you tried that new fruit shop in town?
Not yet, but I heard they have the best rareripe fruits.
I picked up some rareripe peaches last week, and they were amazing!
Root Explanation
This word originates from Old English, meaning ripe or ready for harvest, specifically referring to fruit that is fully matured and ready to be picked.
Memory Tip
Think of fruit that is 'ready for harvest' — that's what 'rareripe' means.
Visually Confused Words
ratheripe