Answer: climacteric

AnswerCrossword Clue
climactericThe period of life when fertility and sexual activity are in decline; (in women) menopause
climacterica supposedly critical stage in human life, esp occurring at ages that are multiples of seven years
climactericA critical period or event
climacterica critical period.
climactericThe ripening period of certain fruits such as apples, involving increased metabolism and only possible while still on the tree