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• noun
  1. A prepubescent child.
  2. A person younger than the age of majority; a minor.
  3. A person younger than the age of full criminal responsibility, such that the person either cannot be held criminally liable or is subject to less severe forms of punishment.
  4. A publication for young adult readers.
  5. An actor playing a child's role.
  6. A sexually immature animal.
  7. A two-year-old racehorse.

• The zoo keeps the juveniles in a separate enclosure until they are mature enough to join the adults.
• Police detained several juveniles involved in the late-night disturbance.
• Many juveniles are enrolled in mentorship programs to steer them away from crime.
• The study focused on the behavior of juveniles in urban environments.
• Authorities are working to provide better rehabilitation for juveniles in the justice system.

babes

babies

jackanapeses

laddies

lads

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