ma·tu·ri·ty

ma·tu·ri·ty
/məˈturəti, məˈʧurəti/ noun, pl -ties
1 [noncount] : the condition of being mature: such as
1 a : the state of being fully developed in the body or the mind

His behavior shows a lack of maturity.

He reached emotional maturity late in his life.

the maturity level of a child

full physical maturity

1 b finance : the state of being due for payment

The bond will reach maturity in 10 years.

2 [count] finance : the amount of time that must pass before something (such as a bond) becomes due for payment

Maturities on these bonds can be as long as 10 years.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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