removal

noun

re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl 

: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed

Synonyms

• disposal
• dumping

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Frequent nicks, ingrown hairs, dry patches, and razor burn can result when relying on shaving as your primary hair removal method — but with the proper tools and techniques, these unpleasant side effects can be avoided. —Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025

Headwinds tied to this policy removal have already shown up in UPS' results. —Pia Singh, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025

Nearly a year after Wausau Mayor Doug Diny's removal of the city's sole absentee ballot drop box located outside of city hall, investigations into the drop box, its removal and return continue. —Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025

At his Senate confirmation hearing, FBI Director Kash Patel promised to protect employees from improper political removal. —Carrie Johnson, NPR, 10 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing removal

• removal van

Rhymes for removal

• approval
• disapproval
• reapproval

Kids Definition

removal

noun

re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl 

: 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