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/ˈpɹɛ.mə.tjə/ · pre·ma·ture
noun
- An infant born before the full term of pregnancy has been completed. The premature baby required specialized care in the neonatal intensive care unit.
- A product, such as a book or a film, released before its intended or scheduled date. The publisher released the book prematurely, causing a stir in the literary community.
adjective
- Occurring before a state of readiness or maturity has arrived. The premature birth of the baby was a cause for concern.
- Taking place earlier than anticipated, prepared for, or desired. The company released the new product prematurely, catching its competitors off guard.
- Suffering from premature ejaculation. The doctor advised the patient to seek treatment for his premature ejaculation.
Did you know? The term 'premature' has been used in various contexts, including medicine, business, and everyday life, to describe situations or events that occur before their expected or intended time.