ex
Translation
ex, former partner
Examples
I ran into my ex yesterday.
I ran into my ex yesterday.
She is still friends with her ex.
She is still friends with her ex.
Grammar Patterns
[possessive] ex (my/his/her) former partner I saw my ex at the store.
Similar Words
Synonyms: former partner, former spouse
Etymology
Short for 'ex-boyfriend', 'ex-wife', etc. The prefix 'ex-' means 'former' or 'out of'.
Memory Tips
Think of the prefix 'ex-' as in 'exit' – this person has 'exited' your romantic life.