maturative

1 of 2

noun

mat·​u·​ra·​tive

ˈmachəˌrātiv

plural -s

: medication formerly used to promote suppuration compare laudable pus

maturative

2 of 2

adjective

matu·​ra·​tive

" in sense 1;

in senses 2 & 3 məˈtu̇rətiv or mə‧ˈtyu̇-

1

archaic : conducing to suppuration

2

: conducing to ripeness or maturity

3

: of or relating to germ-cell maturation

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English maturatif, probably from (assumed) Medieval Latin maturativus, from maturativus, adjective

Adjective

Middle English maturatif, probably from (assumed) Medieval Latin maturativus, from Latin maturatus + -ivus -ive

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now

Rhymes for maturative

• suppurative
• curative
• durative