Meaning of the word premature in English

What does premature mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

premature

US /ˌpriː.məˈtʃʊr/
UK /ˈprem.ə.tʃər/
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Adjective

happening or done too soon, especially before the natural or suitable time

Example:
The baby was born premature, at only 30 weeks.
It's premature to make any conclusions at this stage.