Definition of "early"
adjective:
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At a time in advance of the usual or expected event.
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Arriving a time before expected; sooner than on-time.
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Near the start or beginning.
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adverb:
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At a time before expected; sooner than usual.
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noun:
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A shift (scheduled work period) that takes place early in the day.
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