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Definition ripe in American English

ripe adjective

adjective
/raɪp/
1

ripe fruit or crops have grown to their full size and are ready to eat or use

Example

a ripe juicy peach

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ripe cheese or wine has a strong flavor

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language or humor that is ripe is funny but slightly rude

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4

full of

Example

The field of biotechnology is ripe with possibilities for significant medical advances.

Definition ripe in American English