Definition

Noun: A person who was previously a gambler but no longer engages in gambling.

Usage

The term "ex-gambler" specifically identifies someone by their past activity. It is commonly used in contexts discussing recovery, personal history, or behavioral change. - It functions as a countable noun. - It is typically hyphenated.

Examples

• After losing everything, he sought help and is now an ex-gambler.
• The support group provides a community for ex-gamblers.
• As an ex-gambler, she advises others on the risks of addiction.

Advanced Usage

• The prefix "ex-" can be attached to other nouns to indicate a former status (e.g., ex-president, ex-employee). "Ex-gambler" follows this standard pattern.
• The term often implies a conscious decision to stop the activity, frequently due to negative consequences.

Variants and Related Words

• Former gambler: A direct synonym with identical meaning.
• Recovered gambler: Emphasizes the process of overcoming a gambling problem.
• Gambler: A person who gambles, especially habitually.

Synonyms

• Former gambler
• Recovered gambler

Notes

• "Ex-gambler" is a compound noun. The primary definition and usage pertain to this specific compound form.
• It is neutral in tone but often carries an implicit narrative of cessation and change.

Noun

1. a former gambler