Definition of maturate

competent Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable Petersons.com

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mat·u·rate    (mch-rt) KEY  

VERB:
mat·u·ra·ted , mat·u·rat·ing , mat·u·rates
VERB:
intr.

1. To mature, ripen, or develop.
2. To suppurate.

VERB:
tr.

To cause to suppurate.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Latin mtrre , mtrt-, from mtrus, mature ; see mature

OTHER FORMS:
matu·rative (Adjective)

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