removal

noun

re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl How to pronounce removal (audio)
: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed

Examples of removal in a Sentence

We arranged for the removal of the old car. The city is having problems with trash removal. Surgical removal of the tumor might be necessary.
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Finally, the highest-end personal plan is Surfshark One+, which adds data removal by Incogni. K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025 Historically, rib removal has been performed mainly by thoracic surgeons (who specialize in the chest) to treat fractures, infections, tumors, and other serious medical conditions. Jolene Edgar, Allure, 10 Apr. 2025 Stump removal services may or may not backfill the remaining hole after the removal. Daniel Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2025 The judges declared the removals null and void, and said the two each remained members of their respective boards. Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for removal

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of removal was in 1595

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“Removal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/removal. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

removal

noun
re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl How to pronounce removal (audio)
: the act of removing : the fact of being removed

Legal Definition

removal

noun
re·​mov·​al
: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed

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