[], (Noun)

Definitions:
- A person who or thing which is ready or matures early.

- Specifically. An early-ripening variety of peach.

- An early-ripening onion; a spring onion.


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 17th century; earliest use found in Zachary Bogan (1625–1659), classical and biblical scholar. From rare + ripe

[], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- Especially of grains, fruit, or vegetables: coming early to maturity; ripening early in the year.


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 17th century; earliest use found in Zachary Bogan (1625–1659), classical and biblical scholar. From rare + ripe