maturation

• Substantivo que designa o processo de atingir o pleno desenvolvimento ou a maturidade, incluindo o crescimento biológico e, em contexto médico, a formação 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.

   Maturação

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdevelopmentevolutiongrowthripening

   Antônimosdecaydeclinedegenerationregressionstagnation

2. Biological growth processB2formalscientific

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

   Maturação

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdevelopmentgrowthontogeny

   Antônimosatrophydegeneracydegeneration

3. Formation of pus in an abscessC1formalmedical

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

   Amadurecimento do pus em abscesso

   • 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.

   Sinônimosfesteringpurulencesuppuration