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toms

  • plural
    of tom.
    tom
    noun
    the male of various animals, as the turkey.

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"The big impact is on breeding, especially for toms," Dr. Alan Krakauer, a biologist at the University of California – Davis, told Salon by email.

From Salon Nov. 25, 2022

Frozen inventories of whole toms, which generally weigh 16-24 pounds at the store, were down 17%.

From Reuters Nov. 16, 2022

And at Wisconsin, Dr. Drake said at least a couple of aggressive toms were culled after repeatedly frightening students.

From New York Times Nov. 25, 2021

These theatrical tabbies and toms will survive this latest wreck.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 20, 2019

As I gradually got louder, I started flicking little quick shots at the high toms.

From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick