fast eater; person who eats quickly
Refers to a person who habitually eats meals very quickly.
He's a fast eater, so he always finishes first.
early meal; meal eaten early
Refers to a meal taken earlier than usual, such as an early breakfast or early dinner.
Let's have an early meal and head out today.
Compound of 早 (はや, 'fast' or 'early') and 飯 (めし, 'meal'). The two senses arise from the two meanings of 早.