intergenerational

American

[in-ter-jen-uh-rey-shuh-nl] / ˌɪn tərˌdʒɛn əˈreɪ ʃə nl /

adjective

of, relating to, or for individuals in different generations or age categories.

intergenerational housing.

Etymology

Origin of intergenerational

First recorded in 1970–75; inter- + generation + -al ¹

Example Sentences

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"I think there is some evidence that there is a sort of intergenerational transmission of trauma," says Prof Pluess.

From BBC

Janice and Joe were matched by a new business in Sussex called Aibō - one of a rising tide of intergenerational ventures tackling loneliness and rising living costs.

From BBC

Her grandfather, Joe Riley, said it was a "nice intergenerational match-up".

From BBC

Another growing phenomenon takes intergenerational living a step further - with older homeowners inviting younger people in need of affordable housing to live with them in exchange for companionship and help with chores.

From BBC

Among previous generations, there was more economic need to live among different age groups in an intergenerational family home to share resources.

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