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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This has included the removal and remote storage of artifacts from 240 classified heritage sites, and the complete destruction of 124 of those sites. Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026 When a consumer requests removal, companies can delete raw data. Chai Outmezguine, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026 Removing your personal info from those databases with a data removal service can reduce these messages. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026 The best termite prevention methods are moisture control, removal of debris and firewood near the home, and regular inspections for activity. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 May 2026 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 21 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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