remove (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈmuːv/

Definition

To take something away from a place or person.

Examples

• Can you remove this stain from my shirt?

• The doctor removed the splinter from his finger.

• They will remove the old building to make space for a new one.

How to Use remove

remove from (prepositional phrase)

To take something away from a specific place. — "The police removed the suspect from the scene."

remove something (collocation)

To take an object away. — "He removed his hat when he entered the building."

Synonyms of remove

Words with a similar meaning to remove:

• take away
• take off
• clear
• eliminate

Antonyms of remove

Words with the opposite meaning to remove:

• add
• put
• attach

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