adjective
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(of fruits, vegetables, seeds etc.) Ready for reaping or gathering; having attained perfection; mature
example
ripe apples
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(of foods) Advanced to the state of fitness for use; mellow
example
ripe cheese
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Having attained its full development; mature; perfected
synonyms
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Maturated or suppurated; ready to discharge; -- said of sores, tumors, etc.
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Ready for action or effect; prepared.
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Like ripened fruit in ruddiness and plumpness.
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Intoxicated.
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Of a conflict between parties, having developed to a stage where the conflict may be reviewed by a court of law.
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Smelly: having a disagreeable odor.