yom
- noun
- /jɑm/
- Jargon
- Buyers often check the yom before deciding to purchase used machinery.
Examples
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He asked the dealer about the yom to make sure the truck was not too old.
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This bike's yom is 2020.
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The car's yom is listed as 2015 in the advertisement.
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What is the yom of your car?
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Buyers often check the yom to ensure they are getting a vehicle from a recent model year.
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The truck's yom was indicated as 2019, which helped him decide to buy it.
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Before purchasing a used car, it's advisable to verify the yom mentioned on the document.
Synonyms
A short written form of year equal to 12 months
Compounds
A 1973 war when Egypt and Syria made a surprise attack on Israel during the Jewish holiday Yom Kippur
Surface Forms
Etymology
Yom is also used as a short form that stands for 'year of manufacture', especially in ads for cars and machines. So checking the yom tells you the model year and how old the vehicle is.