Definition of fruition

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fru·i·tion    (fr-shn) KEY 

NOUN:

1. Realization of something desired or worked for; accomplishment: labor finally coming to fruition.
2. Enjoyment derived from use or possession.
3. The condition of bearing fruit.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English fruicioun, from Old French fruicion, from Late Latin fruiti, fruitin-, enjoyment, from Latin fruitus, past participle of fru, to enjoy