Preadolescence
Origin
- + adolescence
Full definition of preadolescence
Noun
preadolescence
(uncountable)- the period between childhood and adolescence
Usage notes
Between the ages of about 10 and 12 for girls, and 11 to 13 for boys
- + adolescence
Between the ages of about 10 and 12 for girls, and 11 to 13 for boys