OVERRIPE


Meaning of OVERRIPE in English

adj.

Pronunciation: ˌ ō -v ə (r)- ' r ī p

Function: adjective

Date: 1671

1 : passed beyond maturity or ripeness toward decay <an overripe pear>

2 a : DECADENT b : lacking originality or vigor < overripe prose>

– over-ripe · ness \ -n ə s \ noun

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