Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

iom

abbreviation

ˌaɪ.oʊˈɛm

Definition

IOM is an abbreviation that typically stands for the Isle of Man, a self-governing British Crown dependency located in the Irish Sea, or it can denote the International Organization for Migration.

Examples

The IOM reported new statistics on global migration trends.
Last summer, I visited the IOM’s office in the Isle of Man.

Meaning

The term IOM can refer to either a geographic location, the Isle of Man, known for its rich history and distinctive culture, or an international organization that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants.