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maturational

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mat·u·ra·tion  (mch-rshn)
n.
1. The process of becoming mature.
2. Biology
a. The processes by which gametes are formed, including the reduction of chromosomes in a germ cell from the diploid number to the haploid number by meiosis.
b. The final differentiation processes in biological systems, such as the final ripening of a seed or the attainment of full functional capacity by a cell, a tissue, or an organ.
matu·ration·al adj.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.maturational - relating to or involved in maturationmaturational - relating to or involved in maturation; "maturational process"
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