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juvenille

 

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Juvenile

Part of speech: adjective, noun

Senses and Usages:

  1. Adjective:
    • In reference to an individual, typically a young person who is not yet fully developed physically or mentally.
    • Pertaining to or intended for young people.
    • Characterized by immaturity or childishness.

    Example sentences:

    • She was a juvenile delinquent who constantly got into trouble with the law.
    • They organized juvenile sports activities to keep the children entertained.
    • His juvenile behavior made it difficult for others to take him seriously.
  2. Noun:
    • A young person, typically someone who has not yet reached adulthood.
    • An animal that has not reached sexual maturity.

    Example sentences:

    • The juvenile was apprehended by the authorities and taken into custody.
    • The zoo had a separate section for juveniles where visitors could observe young animals.

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