preteen /priːˈtiːn/

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  N-COUNT A preteen is a child aged between nine and thirteen. 青春期前的儿童; 九至十三岁的儿童 [oft N n]

  例：

  Some preteens are able to handle a good deal of responsibility.

  一些青春期前的儿童有能力承担很多责任。

  例：

  ...preteen children.

  ...九至十三岁的儿童。