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preteen

SayPREE-teenUS/ˈpɹiˌtin/UK/ˈpɹiːˌtiːn/

Pluralpreteens

2 meanings of preteen

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  1. 1
    nouncountable
    A child of roughly ten to twelve years old, on the threshold of adolescence.

    The store added a clothing line aimed squarely at preteens.

    As a preteen, she devoured every book in the school library.

    Similartween

  2. 2
    adjective
    Belonging to, designed for, or relating to children between approximately ten and twelve years of age.

    The brand launched a preteen clothing line last spring.

    Preteen sleepover parties often revolve around movies and snacks.

    Similartween

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Origin

Formed from the prefix 'pre-' (before) combined with 'teen'.