preadolescence

[ pree-ad-l-es-uhns ]

noun

1. the period preceding adolescence, usually designated as the years from 10 to 13.

Word History and Origins

Origin of preadolescence¹

First recorded in 1925–30; pre- + adolescence

Example Sentences

The same principles should carry over into the intermediate, or preadolescence, age.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• adolescence