Question

What does the phrase in contempt in the definition of youngster refer to

Answer 1

The state of being decpised

Answer 2

Contempt:
1.The feeling with which a person regards anything considered mean, vile,or worthless; disdain; scorn.2.The state of being despised; dishonor; disgrace.3.Law.Youngster:
1.Child.2.A young person.3.A young horse or other animal.4.(in the British navy) a midshipman of less than four years' standing.5.(in the U.S. Naval Academy) a midshipman in the second year.