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prepuberty

[ pree-pyoo-ber-tee ]

noun

Physiology.
  1. the period of life just prior to sexual maturation.


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Other 51Թ Forms

  • ·b·ٲ ·b· adjective
  • ·b·ٲ·ly ·b··ly adverb
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of prepuberty1

First recorded in 1920–25; pre- + puberty
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Example Sentences

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"Even if no sign of puberty becomes noticeable," he said, "this age of the girl marks the end of prepuberty phase."

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That means the sons of men who smoke in prepuberty will be at higher risk for obesity and other health problems well into adulthood.

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