WORD MEANING

Ex-love meaning

eks-LUHV · noun

A person who was formerly in a romantic relationship with someone.

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Other meanings

A feeling of affection that has ended or faded.

A term used to describe past romantic experiences or memories.

The term is often used informally to refer to previous romantic partners.

Examples

She ran into her ex-love at the coffee shop yesterday.

He still has feelings for his ex-love despite the breakup.

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