removal

noun

re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl How to pronounce removal (audio)
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: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed

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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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Blain faces felony charges of perjury and bribery, and of destruction or removal of public documents. — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2026 The move is contentious, with environmentalists supporting the removal, while tribes and horse lovers are heartbroken. — Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026 In my view, HHS’s removal and alteration of CDC data damages that trust. — John Kubale, The Conversation, 8 July 2026 In a city like New York, construction and debris removal are especially expensive. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 8 July 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 10 Jul. 2026.

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removal

noun
re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl How to pronounce removal (audio)
: the act of removing : the fact of being removed

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removal

noun
re·​mov·​al
: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed

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