removal — the action of taking something away or off
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of taking something away or off
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈmuːvəl/
Example Sentences
- The dentist recommended the removal of my wisdom teeth, but I told him I need all the wisdom I can get!
- After the removal of the CEO, the company's stock price actually went up.
- The removal of my ex's photos from social media was more difficult than removing actual stains from my shirt.
removal
NOUN[/rɪˈmuːvəl/]
the action of taking something away or off
💡 Concept
Movers carry out the last sofa during the removal of all furniture.
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/rɪˈmuːvəl/
🇬🇧 UK/rɪˈmuːvəl/
🌳Etymology
Prefixre--
Rootmov
Suffix--al
🎵Rhyme
approvaldisapproval
approval
disapproval
🔗Collocations
hair removal
stain removal
surgical removal
snow removal
complete removal
removal service
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“The dentist recommended the removal of my wisdom teeth, but I told him I need all the wisdom I can get!”
“After the removal of the CEO, the company's stock price actually went up.”
😄 Fun example
“The removal of my ex's photos from social media was more difficult than removing actual stains from my shirt.”
“The removal process must be completed before the new installation begins.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
eliminationextractiondeletiondismissalwithdrawal
Antonyms
installationadditionplacement
Related
removeremovableremovermovetransfer
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