prematurely

🇺🇸 /ˌpriːməˈtʃʊrli/ 🇬🇧 /ˌpreməˈtʃʊəli/
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adverb
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happening before the usual or expected time

She was forced to retire prematurely due to health issues.

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born before the full time in pregnancy has passed

The baby was born prematurely, so it needs special care.

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done or happening sooner than is appropriate or necessary

He acted prematurely and it led to a big mistake.

translation

adv. happening before the usual or expected time; born before the full time in pregnancy has passed; done or happening sooner than is appropriate or necessary