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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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While no service can guarantee the complete removal of your data from the internet, a data removal service is really a smart choice. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Dec. 2025 They are also charged with one count each of unlawful imprisonment and removal of a dead body. Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025 Ginger stimulates the digestive tract, promoting healthy digestion and facilitating the removal of food and gas from the body. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 4 Dec. 2025 Precision meets biology Robotic arms positioned near the patient’s head executed corneal incisions and lens removal using interchangeable microsurgical tools. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Dec. 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 8 Dec. 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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