Maturity

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Definition of 'Maturity'

1. The length of time until the principal amount of a bond must be repaid.

2. The end of the life of a security.
Investopedia Says

Investopedia explains 'Maturity'

In other words, the maturity is the date the borrower must pay back the money he or she borrowed through the issue of a bond.

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