Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for RIPE-NESS
RIPE-NESS, n.
- The state of being ripe or brought to the state of perfection which fits for use; maturity; as, the ripeness of grain.
- Full growth. Time which made them their fame outlive, / To Cowley scarce did ripeness give. – Denham.
- Perfection; completeness; as, the ripeness of virtue, wisdom or judgment.
- Fitness; qualification. – Shak.
- Complete maturation or suppuration, as of an ulcer or abscess.
- A state of preparation; as, the ripeness of a project for execution.
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