The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word PRETEEN
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More clues leading to the result PRETEEN
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The straight part
We know that "twelve … or less" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case twelve … or less = preteen.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PRETEEN mean?
PRETEEN noun- A child between 10 and 12 years of age, at the onset of adolescence.
- Of, relating to, or designed for, or being children between the ages of approximately 10 and 12.