Meaning & use
prepubescent
Relating to a child who has not yet reached puberty.
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The clinic offers specific health guidelines designed for prepubescent children and parents.
Prepubescent growth rates vary widely from one child to another.
A note on using this word
Prepubescent is a clinical, formal term used mainly in medical, developmental, or educational contexts rather than casual conversation.
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Words with an opposite meaning
adolescent
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