Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tweenager

noun

/ˈtwiːneɪdʒər/

Definition

A person who is in the transitional stage between childhood and adolescence, typically aged between 9 and 12.

Examples

As a tweenager, she began to explore her own style and interests.
Tweenagers often enjoy activities that bridge the gap between childhood games and teenage social events.
Many tweenagers are heavily influenced by social media trends.

Meaning

The term ‘tweenager’ combines the words ‘between’ and ‘teenager,’ referring to young individuals who are not quite teenagers but are also beyond early childhood. This age group often experiences a mix of childhood innocence and the early stages of teenage independence.