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/
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Noun

1.

a child between the ages of approximately 9 and 12 years old

Example:
My daughter is a preteen, so she's very interested in social media.
The store has a section specifically for preteens.

Adjective

1.

relating to or characteristic of a child between the ages of approximately 9 and 12 years old

Example:
She enjoys reading preteen novels.
The show targets a preteen audience.
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