noun
juve
noun
1
Informal short form of "juvenile," especially a young offender or young actor.
"He got picked up by the juve unit for shoplifting."
How to Use Juve
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang shorthand for "juvenile."
When to use it
Informal — mostly used in casual speech or by professionals such as police or youth workers.
Word Forms
juves plural
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Etymology
A shortened, informal form of juvenile.