Mature, like fruit Crossword Clue

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Mature, like fruit Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. cause to ripen or develop fully
2. grow ripe

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

LIKE (verb)
1. prefer or wish to do something
2. feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard
LIKE (adjective)
1. resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination
2. conforming in every respect
LIKE (noun)
1. a similar kind
2. a kind of person
MATURE (adjective)
1. (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination
2. fully considered and perfected
MATURE (verb)
1. develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation
2. cause to ripen or develop fully

Hint 3: Anagram

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REPIN

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