maturation

• Nom désignant le processus par lequel quelque chose atteint son plein développement ou devient mûr, incluant la croissance biologique et, dans un contexte médical, la formation de pus.

A noun referring to the process of reaching full development or becoming mature, including biological growth and the formation of pus in medical contexts.

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1. Process of becoming fully developedB2formal

   The process of reaching a state of full development or maturity.

   maturation

   • The maturation of the wine takes several years in oak barrels.
   • Her emotional maturation was evident in how she handled the crisis.
   • The project's maturation required careful planning and patience.

   Synonymesdevelopmentevolutiongrowthripening

   Antonymesdecaydeclinedegenerationregressionstagnation

2. Biological growth processB2formalscientific

   The biological process by which an organism develops from a simple to a more complex form over time.

   Maturation biologique

   • The maturation of a caterpillar into a butterfly is a fascinating transformation.
   • Adolescence is a critical period of physical and mental maturation.
   • The plant's maturation cycle depends on sunlight and water availability.

   Synonymesdevelopmentgrowthontogeny

   Antonymesatrophydegeneracydegeneration

3. Formation of pus in an abscessC1formalmedical

   The medical process where pus forms in an abscess or vesicle and is eventually discharged.

   Suppuration/maturation d'un abcès

   • The doctor monitored the maturation of the abscess before draining it.
   • Maturation of the infection site indicated the body's immune response.
   • Proper wound care can prevent the maturation of harmful pus.

   Synonymesfesteringpurulencesuppuration