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premature
/ˈpɹɛ.mə.tjə/
noun
An infant born prematurely
adjective
Occurring before a state of readiness or maturity has arrived
"a premature birth"
Taking place earlier than anticipated, prepared for, or desired
Suffering from premature ejaculation
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