noun
reformed delinquent; former juvenile delinquent
Slang abbreviation of 元ヤンキー. Refers to someone who used to be a ヤンキー (juvenile delinquent) but has since left that lifestyle. Often used in casual conversation or online.
See also: ヤンキー
彼は元ヤンだけど、今は真面目に働いている。
He's a former delinquent, but now he works seriously.
元ヤンの先輩が意外と優しかった。
The ex-delinquent senior was surprisingly kind.