Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tween
noun
/twiːn/
Definition
A tween is a term used to describe a young person who is between the age of childhood and adolescence, typically between the ages of 9 and 12.
Examples
- At the birthday party, there were lots of activities for tweens to enjoy, like games and crafts.
- Many tweens today are very engaged with technology and social media.
Meaning
Tweens are often characterized by their growing independence, changing interests, and development of social ties outside of their family.
Synonyms
- preteen
- young adolescent
- youth
