tween

1 of 2

preposition

tween

2 of 2

noun

Examples of tween in a Sentence

Noun a movie that appeals to tweens
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Preposition
But the relationship that picked-on tween Oskar (Kåre Hedebrant) builds with his neighbor Eli (Lina Leandersson)—who does just happen to crave human blood—is much deeper than a simple revenge fantasy in this Swedish slow burn. Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 25 Oct. 2024 The pair has formed a joint venture to create preschool series Wonder Whiskers and tween toon based on author Chamalotte Johnson’s Wolfnight — L’élue d’Algatia fantasy universe. Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2024
Noun
That's where our hilarious jokes for teens and tweens come in! Fiona Tapp, Parents, 5 Nov. 2024 With everyone on your list in mind, this curation of the best little gift ideas includes items that everyone will enjoy, from your stylish partner and jet-setting best friend to the picky teens and tweens. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tween 

Word History

Etymology

Preposition

Middle English twene, short for betwene

Noun

blend of between and teen entry 1

First Known Use

Preposition

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1967, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tween was in the 13th century

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Cite this Entry

“Tween.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tween. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

tween

1 of 2 preposition

tween

2 of 2 noun

Medical Definition

Tween

trademark
used for any of several preparations of polysorbates

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