minority vs preadolescence

minority

noun
  • The state of being a minor; youth, the period of a person's life prior to reaching adulthood. 

  • Any subgroup that does not form a numerical majority. 

  • A group of people seen as distinct who are subordinated and discriminated against in a society. 

  • A member of an ethnic minority. 

adj
  • Empowered by or representing a minority (usually a plurality) of votes cast, legislative seats, etc., rather than an outright majority thereof. 

  • Of or relating to a minority. 

preadolescence

noun
  • The period between childhood and adolescence, between the ages of about 9 and 11 for girls, and 10 and 12 for boys. 

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