"Ripeness" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The state of being fully grown or mature, often in a sexual or practical sense.
Example: "The fruit was at the peak of ripeness, making it perfect for eating."
Or, in a figurative sense:
Adulthood, readiness to take on responsibilities.
Example: "By the age of 18, they are expected to reach full ripeness and be independent."
1. The farmer waited for the strawberries to reach their ripeness before harvesting them.
2. The dessert course was served in its ripeness, with the cheesecake perfectly balanced between creamy and firm.
3. It was clear to the judges that the grapes were not yet at their full ripeness for the competition.
4. The chef wanted to roast the vegetables until they reached the perfect ripeness to balance the flavors.
5. The lemon juice had lost its crispness and reached a state of ripeness that made it perfect for using in marinades.
A ripcord is a cord or line, typically made of elastic material, attached to the parachute of an aircraft or other device to activate its deployment, especially when an emergency situation arises, severing the cord to deploy the parachute and prevent or end free fall.
Ripe means fully grown or mature, especially in a way that makes it suitable for eating or using, often having a good or sweet flavor.<br><br>Examples:<br><br>- The tomatoes were ripe and juicy.<br>- This fruit is ripe and ready to be eaten.
The process or state of becoming fully developed or mature, especially in a physical sense, as of fruit.
Ripidolite is a type of mineral, a silicate mineral that is a member of the serpentine group. It often has a swirly or mottled appearance and is usually a mix of jadeite and amphibole.