Puriteen
//ˈpjʊə.ɹɪˌtiːn// noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A teenager or young adult (especially an LGBTQ or LGBTQ-supportive member of Gen Z) whose views on sexuality are seen as sex-negative or moralistic. Internet, derogatory
"“Sorry to all the puriteens who will never know the unfettered joy of taking your top off inside the Stonewall Inn,” said one prominent activist on Twitter. “I hope you never know the pain of being beaten by a cop for standing up for queer rights.”"
Example
More examples"“Sorry to all the puriteens who will never know the unfettered joy of taking your top off inside the Stonewall Inn,” said one prominent activist on Twitter. “I hope you never know the pain of being beaten by a cop for standing up for queer rights.”"
Etymology
Blend of puritan + teen. Popularized on Twitter in March 2021.
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