Meaning

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

• To take up or introduce (something) prematurely.

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

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

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

• To eagerly wait for (something)

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