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precrastination

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /pɹiːˌkɹæstɪˈneɪʃə̆n/
  • General-American: /pɹiːˌkɹæs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
  • rhymes with -eɪʃən

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noun

Meaning 1

The completion of a task too quickly or too early for the optimal outcome; the compulsion to act in this way.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

Topics: human-sciences, psychology, sciences

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Blend of pre- + procrastination, q.v.