juvenile delinquent

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Definition Noun : A juvenile delinquent is a young person, typically a minor under the age of 18, who has been found guilty of committing a crime or engaging in illegal or antisocial behavior. Usage The term is used formally in legal, social work, and sociological contexts to describe a young offender. It often carries implications about the causes and potential rehabilitation of the youth's be...