removal (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /rɪˈmuːvəl/

Definition

The action of removing something or someone.

Examples

• The removal of the tumor was successful.

• He was arrested and faced removal from the country.

• The removal of the old paint revealed a beautiful mural.

How to Use removal

removal of (prepositional phrase)

Indicates what is being taken away or eliminated. — "The removal of the old fence made the garden look much larger."

Synonyms of removal

Words with a similar meaning to removal:

• take away
• elimination
• extraction
• excision

Antonyms of removal

Words with the opposite meaning to removal:

• installation
• retention

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