The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word PREADOLESCENT
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The straight part
We know that "Young" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case young = preadolescent.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 PREADOLESCENT mean?
PREADOLESCENT noun- A child who has not yet reached puberty.
- Of or relating to preadolescence.