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overripe

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o·ver·ripe  (vr-rp)
adj.
1. Too ripe.
2. Marked by decay or decline.
over·ripely adv.
over·ripeness n.
overripe
Adjective
(of a fruit or vegetable) so ripe that it has started to decay or go soft
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Adj.1.overripe - too ripe and beginning to turn soft
ripe, mature - fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used; "ripe peaches"; "full-bodied mature wines"
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That evening there was a grand reception in the royal palace, attended by the most important persons of Oz, and Jack Pumpkinhead, who was a little overripe but still active, read an address congratulating Ozma of Oz upon the success of her generous mission to rescue the royal family of a neighboring kingdom.
Ozma of Oz by Baum, L. Frank View in context
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