generation gap
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noun
a lack of communication between one generation and another, especially between young people and their parents, brought about by differences of tastes, values, outlook, etc.
Origin:
1965–70
1965–70
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| generation gap | |
| —n | |
| the years separating one generation from the generation that precedes or follows it, esp when regarded as representing the difference in outlook and the lack of understanding between them | |
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Generation gap
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American Heritage
Cultural Dictionary
generation gap definition
The differences in customs, attitudes, and beliefs between any two generations, but especially between youths and adults.
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Idioms & Phrases
generation gap
A broad difference in values and attitudes between one generation and another, especially between parents and their children. For example, There's a real generation gap in their choice of music, restaurants, clothing
you name it. [1960s"
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
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Example sentences
It was time to close this canning generation gap and start jamming.
There is little doubt that this generation gap influences not only study design, but the interpretation of data.
The study of generation gap can be clarified by considering two dimensions.
We need a good old fashioned generation gap, wherein the teens do their own thing and create their own music idols.
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