Synonyms

teenage

American

[teen-eyj] / ˈtinˌeɪdʒ /

Or teenaged

adjective

of, relating to, or characteristic of a teenager.

teenage British

/ ˈtiːnˌeɪdʒ /

adjective

(prenominal) of or relating to the time in a person's life between the ages of 13 and 19 inclusive

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noun

this period of time

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Etymology

Origin of teenage

1920–25; teen ( see teens) + age

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Axe is bringing back its Kilo, Touch and Anarchy scents in a social-first campaign poking fun at its early-2000s appeal to teenage boys.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026

But in a sport no longer dominated by teenage one-hit wonders, there will be three women vying to join the exclusive triple U.S.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026

One evening in 2024, Dara Horn’s teenage son found an unexpected and alarming message.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

"Supporters aren't always wrong" was David Moyes' reaction to Everton fans voicing their opposition to the potential sale of teenage midfielder Harrison Armstrong during the 1-1 draw at Bournemouth.

From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026

There, they picked the best from among thousands of teenage boys fulfilling their compulsory labor service.

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti

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