pre-teenage
adjectiveUK /ˌpriːˈtiːneɪdʒ/
US /ˌpriːˈtiːneɪdʒ/
Describing the time just before someone becomes a teenager.
She is in her pre-teenage years, getting ready to turn thirteen.
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2. Relating to children around the ages of nine to twelve.
The pre-teenage group at camp loves arts and crafts.
3. Happening before the teenage years begin.
His pre-teenage growth spurt surprised everyone.
4. Suitable for kids who are almost teenagers.
The store sells pre-teenage clothing in smaller sizes.