prematurity

/ˌpriːməˈtʃʊrəti/
noun
  1. The state or condition of being born before the full term of pregnancy.
    • The doctor explained the risks associated with prematurity.
    • Prematurity can lead to health complications for the baby.
    • Advances in medicine have improved survival rates for prematurity.
  2. The quality of happening or developing too early or before the proper time.
    • She regretted the prematurity of her announcement.
    • The project failed due to the prematurity of its launch.
    • The prematurity of his decision caused many problems.
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