Ex-

Pronunciation: /ˈɛks-/

Ex- (prefix)

  1. Used before a noun to show the person had that role before, but does not have it now.
  2. Used before a noun to show something existed earlier, but is no longer true or in use.
  3. Used before a noun to show a person used to belong to a group, but is not a member now.

Examples

  • She is an ex-manager at the company.
  • He works as an ex-teacher now.