overripe — too ripe; past the point of optimal ripeness
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: too ripe; past the point of optimal ripeness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌoʊvərˈraɪp/
Korean meaning: 너무 익은, 과도하게 숙성된
Korean pronunciation: 오버**라잎**
Example Sentences
- Mom threw away the overripe mangoes that were attracting fruit flies.
- The overripe cheese smelled so strong that it cleared the entire kitchen.
- Sarah's overripe jokes made everyone groan instead of laugh.
overripe
ADJECTIVE//ˌoʊvərˈraɪp//
too ripe; past the point of optimal ripeness
too ripe; past the point of optimal ripeness
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Overripe bananas with dark stripe need just a gentle wipe!
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Origin
over(지나치게) + ripe(익은)의 합성어로, 16세기부터 사용되기 시작했습니다. 과일이 최적의 상태를 넘어서 익었음을 표현하는 단어입니다.
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“Mom threw away the overripe mangoes that were attracting fruit flies.”
“The overripe cheese smelled so strong that it cleared the entire kitchen.”
“Sarah's overripe jokes made everyone groan instead of laugh.”
“The overripe strawberries were perfect for making jam.”
“His overripe confidence finally got him into trouble at work.”
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