overmature

adjective

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over·ma·ture | \ ˌō-vər-mə-ˈtu̇r

, -ˈtyu̇r also -ˈchu̇r \

Definition of overmature

: past the age or condition of maturity: such as

a : beyond the stage of desirable or optimal development or productivity overmature wax beans The older the better as far as nuthatches view it. Their favorite trees are "overmature" ones: aging and touched with decay, filled with nest holes and insects …— Rick Marsi

b : past the middle portion of a cycle of erosion overmature rocks

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overmaturity \ ˌō-vər-mə-ˈtu̇r-ə-tē

, -ˈtyu̇r- also -ˈchu̇r- \ noun

The squash is very tender and should be handled with care to prevent skin cuts and bruising. Avoid purchasing any with … a dull, shriveled skin, which is a sign of overmaturity. — Tammy Algood