early
adjectiveUK /ˈɜː.li/
US /ˈɝː.li/
Happening before the usual or expected time.
We had an early breakfast before school.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Near the beginning of a period of time.
The early chapters of the book are the most exciting.
3. Before the usual or planned time.
She arrived early for the meeting.
4. Belonging to the first part of a person's life or a period.
He showed a talent for music in his early years.