
What is the origin of "ex"? - English Language & Usage Stack …
2015年12月22日 · Origin of ex-ex-is a word-forming element, which in English simply means "former" in this case, or mainly "out of, from," but also "upwards, completely, deprive of, …
nouns - How to write a plural form of 'ex' (ex girlfriend..etc ...
2016年5月19日 · ex (n.) is a casualism in the sense of a former spouse or lover. The plural of ex is exes, and the possessive is ex's — but be aware that many readers will find these forms …
abbreviations - What's the difference between "e.g." and "ex ...
2011年3月13日 · "Ex." is not very common, but it may be used to refer to a cited example, eg "See ex. 3". "E.g." is much more common, and is used to introduce an example, or series of …
What's the difference between "ex-" and "former" [closed]
Another take is that "ex" is a compound form, while "former" is an adjective. That would be "the difference in usage". But they both mean the same thing. I don't think "ex" has a negative …
Why use "ex post facto" when "post facto" means the same thing?
2015年10月4日 · Being a Latin locution, it must be used as such, ex means from: Ex post facto: from or by subsequent action; subsequently; retrospectively; retroactively. Word Origin: from …
Is there an equivalent to "née" (birth name) for an *ex*-spousal …
2016年5月31日 · EX. is also interesting because . 1) Someone's ex is the person they used to be married to or used to have a romantic or sexual relationship with. and. 2) ex- as a prefix is …
abbreviations - Differences between e.g., viz. and i.e - English ...
What are the differences between "viz." and "e.g." and in which situations each is used? Please also compare the usage with "i.e." if appropriate. Edit: In response to a comment below: I'm …
Is there a rule for the correct pronunciation of words starting with …
2012年1月12日 · If the syllable ex-is stressed or if what follows is a voiceless consonant, it is pronounced /-ks-/; otherwise, it is /-gz-/. A voiceless consonant is one that does not involve …
What is the correct phrase for ex-in-laws when divorced?
2014年3月10日 · To reduce any awkward moment I would introduce my ex in-laws as this " ...introduce you to John and Hazel Smith, they are my ex-husband Todd's parents", which …
List of expertise levels from beginner to expert [closed]
I would like to create a list of terms, from beginner to expert, using as many terms as possible which represent different levels of expertise. I have constructed by myself: Newbie Novice Rookie