Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sorn

verb
/sɔrn/
Definition
To claim exemption from paying tax on a vehicle by declaring it as not being used.
Examples
  • After buying a new car, he decided to sorn the old one.
  • Make sure to sorn your vehicle if you’re not going to use it for a while.
Meaning
Sorn refers specifically to the act of declaring a vehicle off the road, so that the owner does not have to pay vehicle tax.
Synonyms
  • Declare off-road
  • Exempt