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Definition of the generation gap noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

the generation gap

noun
 
/ðə ˌdʒenəˈreɪʃn ɡæp/
 
/ðə ˌdʒenəˈreɪʃn ɡæp/
[singular]
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  1. the difference in attitude or behaviour between young and older people that causes a lack of understanding
    • a movie that is sure to bridge the generation gap
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