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/prɪˈmætʃʊrəli/ · pre·ma·ture·ly
adverb
  1. In a premature manner; too soon or too early. The seedlings wilted because they were planted prematurely, before the frost had fully melted.
Did you know? The adverb "prematurely" gained popularity in medical literature during the 19th century to describe infants born before full term, influencing its broader everyday use.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026