exklusive

exclusive of, not including

preposition ex-kloo-ZEE-ve Rare

Origin: from Latin exclusivus

Usage Note

Exklusive (abbrev. exkl.) is the antonym of inklusive and governs the genitive: exklusive der Nebenkosten (utility costs not included). Primarily a formal, commercial, or contractual term.

Examples

"Der Mietpreis gilt exklusive der Heizkosten."

Natural Translation

The rental price applies exclusive of heating costs.

Literal Translation

The rental-price counts exclusive-of the heating-costs.

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