removal

noun

re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl How to pronounce removal (audio)
Synonyms of removalnext
: 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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The work will include removal of two underground storage tanks and asbestos removal and abatement. Jennifer Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026 With the indictment now dismissed, the administration could argue there are fewer procedural barriers preventing another removal effort, though Xinis still retains authority over the injunction dispute unless the 4th Circuit intervenes. Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 22 May 2026 Local officials who are found to have violated the law are subject to removal from office. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026 Musk is seeking over $150 billion in damages, Altman’s removal as CEO, and for OpenAI to revert to a nonprofit. Ali Jackson-Jolley, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for removal

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

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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 27 May. 2026.

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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