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Adjective: anticipatory  an'ti-su-pu`to-ree [N. Amer], an'ti-su`pey-tu-ree [Brit]
  1. In anticipation
    "The book provides anticipatory guidance for the parent or other caregiver regarding dental and oral development"
    - prevenient

See also: antecedent, anticipate

Encyclopedia: Anticipatory