Meaning of the word ripeness in English

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ripeness

US /ˈraɪp.nəs/
UK /ˈraɪp.nəs/

Noun

1.

(of fruit or crops) the quality of being ready to be collected or eaten:

Example:
Cooking time will vary according to the ripeness of the pears.
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