To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action.
To take up or introduce (something) prematurely.
Example: "The advocate plans to anticipate a part of her argument."
To know of (something) before it happens; to expect.
Example: "Please anticipate a journey of an hour from your house to the airport"
To eagerly wait for (something)
Example: "Little johnny started to anticipate the arrival of santa claus a week before christmas."
Expected to arrive; scheduled