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 city has no snow removal equipment. Arkansas Online, 31 Jan. 2026 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, 30 Jan. 2026 Put the aids in your ears – the clear removal cord is fairly invisible – and you are presented with four preset programs, each made for a different level of hearing loss. Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026 Early infestations can be controlled with water, soap, neem oil, or manual removal. Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 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

Cite this Entry

“Removal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/removal. Accessed 3 Feb. 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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