Definitions

1. adjective

happening or done before the expected or usual time; early

“The baby was born premature, weighing only 2 pounds.”

2. noun

a baby born before the 37th week of pregnancy

“The hospital specializes in caring for premature babies.”

3. noun

something that happens or is done too early

“The team’s premature celebration was short-lived, as they still had to play the second half.”