verb

1. To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action.

2. To take up or introduce (something) prematurely.

   "The advocate plans to anticipate a part of her argument."

3. To know of (something) before it happens; to expect.

   "Please anticipate a journey of an hour from your house to the airport"

4. To eagerly wait for (something)

   "Little Johnny started to anticipate the arrival of Santa Claus a week before Christmas."