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ripen

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rip⋅en

  [rahy-puhn]
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–verb (used with object), verb (used without object)
1. to make or become ripe.
2. to bring or come to maturity, the proper condition, etc.; mature.
Origin:
1555–65; ripe + -en 1

Related forms:
rip⋅en⋅er, noun
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rip·en   (rī'pən)   
tr. & intr.v.   rip·ened, rip·en·ing, rip·ens
To make or become ripe or riper; mature. See Synonyms at mature.
rip'en·er n.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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