An "Ex-Wife" refers to a woman who was previously married but is no longer in that marital relationship. This status typically arises from a divorce, which is a legal dissolution of marriage. The term can also apply to women whose spouses have passed away, though in that case, she may be referred to as a widow. Ex-wives may have various legal and financial responsibilities, such as alimony or child support, depending on the terms of the divorce. They may also share custody of children, which can lead to ongoing relationships with their former spouses, often involving co-parenting arrangements.