(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:05:10

Mat`u*ra"tion (?), n. [L. maturatio a hastening: cf. F. maturation.]

The process of bringing, or of coming, to maturity; hence, specifically, the process of suppurating perfectly; the formation of pus or matter.

 

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