1. developing to full growth or ripeness; becoming mature
Usage: present participle of ‘maturate’
2. forming or discharging pus
Usage: medical

Examples

• The fruit is slowly maturating on the vine.
• The wine is maturating in oak barrels.
• The wound was maturating and required medical attention.
• The cheese is maturating in the cave for several months.
• The infection was maturating despite treatment.
• Seeds are maturating inside the pod.