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Definition juvenile in British English

juvenile adjective

adjective
/ˈdʒuːvənaɪl/
1

relating to young people who have committed a crime or who are accused of committing a crime

Example

juvenile criminals/offenders

Example

juvenile crime

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2

silly and not suitable for an adult

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Definition juvenile in British English