Adolescent
/ˌædəˈlɛsənt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Relating to or characteristic of the period following the onset of puberty and preceding adulthood.
The law imposes certain restrictions on adolescent behavior.
- (n.) A person in the stage of adolescence, typically a teenager.
The contract was designed to protect the rights of adolescents.
Forms
- adolescents
- adolescent's
- adolescents'
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Commentary
Used both as a noun and adjective in legal contexts to specify age-related rights and responsibilities.
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