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premature
01
(of a baby) born before completing the normal full-term pregnancy length
02
happening earlier than expected or usual
03
happening or being done at an inappropriate time
premature
adj
mature
adj
Example
The twins were delivered at 30 weeks, making them moderately premature.
She gave birth to twins, one of whom was slightly premature but healthy.
The premature announcement caused confusion among the stakeholders.
The athlete suffered a premature retirement due to a severe injury.
The premature arrival of spring caused confusion among the migrating birds.