Meaning of the word preteen in English
What does preteen mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
preteen
US /ˌpriːˈtiːn/
UK /ˌpriːˈtiːn/

Noun
1.
a child between the ages of approximately 9 and 12 years old
Example:
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My daughter is a preteen, so she's very interested in social media.
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The store has a section specifically for preteens.
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Adjective
1.
relating to or characteristic of a child between the ages of approximately 9 and 12 years old
Example:
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She enjoys reading preteen novels.
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The show targets a preteen audience.
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