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teen

[tiːn]

teen Definition

  • 1a person between the ages of 13 and 19, inclusive
  • 2denoting numbers from 13 to 19, e.g. thirteen, nineteen

Using teen: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "teen" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is a teen and goes to high school.

  • Example

    The party was full of teens dancing and having fun.

  • Example

    I have been friends with him since we were both teens.

  • Example

    There are twenty teens in the summer camp.

teen Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with teen

  • in one's teens

    between the ages of 13 and 19

    Example

    In her teens, she was a talented athlete.

  • pregnancy occurring in a female between the ages of 13 and 19

    Example

    Teenage pregnancy is a serious issue that requires attention and support.

  • a period of defiance or opposition to authority, often experienced by teenagers

    Example

    Her teenage rebellion caused a lot of stress for her parents.

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Summary: teen in Brief

The term 'teen' [tiːn] refers to a person between the ages of 13 and 19, inclusive, and denotes numbers from 13 to 19. It is commonly used to describe adolescents and young people, as in 'She is a teen and goes to high school.' Phrases like 'in one's teens' and 'teenage pregnancy' further emphasize this age range.

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