tween

1 of 2

preposition

tween

2 of 2

noun

Examples of tween in a Sentence

Noun a movie that appeals to tweens
Recent Examples on the Web
Preposition
Abby Ryder Fortson delivers a charming performance as tween Margaret, while Rachel McAdams is wonderfully empathetic as her mother. and Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 30 July 2024 And tween fashion brand Limited Too will celebrate its relaunch after a 15-year hiatus by heading to Kohl’s—in stores and online—this month for BTS. Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 9 July 2024
Noun
For now, the product is pitched toward coaches and facilities looking to individualize their offerings for players ranging from tweens to aspiring pros. Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 18 July 2024 This game activity cube is over $10 off and offers tweens and teens the chance to play games solo or with friends. Katrina Cossey, Parents, 16 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for tween 

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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 18 Aug. 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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