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Adjective: preteen  ,pree'teen
  1. Of or relating to or designed for children between the ages of 9 and 12
    "preteen clothing"; "a preteen party";
    - preadolescent
Noun: preteen  ,pree'teen
  1. A preadolescent boy or girl (usually between 9 and 12 years of age)
    "little league is intended for the preteens";
    - preteenager

Derived forms: preteens

See also: immature, young

Type of: juvenile, juvenile person

Encyclopedia: Preteen