preteen

/ˌˈpriˌtin/

/ˈpritin/
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Other forms: preteens

Definitions of preteen
  1. adjective
    of or relating to or designed for children between the ages of 9 and 12
    “a preteen party”
    “preteen clothing”
    synonyms: preadolescent
    immature, young
    (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
  2. noun
    a preadolescent boy or girl (usually between 9 and 12 years of age)
    “little league is intended for the preteens”
    synonyms: preteenager
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    type of:
    juvenile, juvenile person
    a young person, not fully developed
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