definition of
mature

[1] #1 mature v. [maturate, grow] develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation; "He matured fast"; "The child grew fast". wn

[2] #2 mature s. [matured] fully considered and perfected; "mature plans". wn

[3] #3 mature v. develop and work out fully in one's mind; "I need to mature my thoughts". wn

[4] #4 mature v. become due for repayment; "These bonds mature in 2005". wn

[5] #5 mature v. [ripen] cause to ripen or develop fully; "The sun ripens the fruit"; "Age matures a good wine". wn