IPA: /məˈtʃʊr/
KK: /məˈtʃʊr/
adjective
Definition: Fully developed or grown; having reached a stage of full growth or development.
Example: The mature tree provided plenty of shade on a hot day.
intransitive verb
Definition: To reach a state of full development or maturity, often used in the context of financial instruments becoming due.
Example: The bond will mature in five years, at which point the principal amount will be paid back.
transitive verb
Definition: To help something develop fully or reach its final stage of growth.
Example: The teacher helped the students mature their ideas for the project.