teenager

[teen-ey-jer]

noun

1. a person in their teens.

teenager

/ ˈtiːnˌeɪdʒə /

noun

1. a person between the ages of 13 and 19 inclusive

Word History and Origins

Origin of teenager¹

First recorded in 1935–40; teenage + -er ¹

Example Sentences

On Friday we published an article exposing these drug dealers who are selling vape liquid laced with spice to unwitting teenagers through adverts posted on the social media site.

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For now though, the World Cup is the teenager's primary target, not just playing at it, but making a significant impact.

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During the summer of 2024, at different times, both teenagers went missing overnight, and on one occasion it took 36 hours for them to be found.

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A teenager who started losing his hair when he was 16 has described the experience as "completely and utterly exhausting".

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The teenager is about five months pregnant and Mr Salakaia said the embassy had not checked on her health.

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Related Words

• juvenile 
• minor 
• youngster 
• youth