removed

adjective

re·​moved ri-ˈmüvd 

1

a

: distant in degree of relationship

b

: of a younger or older generation

a second cousin's child is a second cousin once removed

2

: separate or remote in space, time, or character

Synonyms

• away
• deep
• distant
• far
• far-flung
• far-off
• faraway
• remote

Examples of removed in a Sentence

We're looking for an apartment somewhat removed from the noise of downtown.

The child of your first cousin is your first cousin once removed.

Recent Examples on the Web

Explaining the decision in a press release, the company noted that the removed drinks aren't commonly purchased and can be complex to make or are similar to other drinks on its menu. —Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025

Alongside the removed drinks, Starbucks has also included colorful additions to its menu. —Moná Thomas, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025

Prosecutor said in the statement that a veterinarian examined the dogs and found some with removed teeth and scars from fighting. —Dennis Romero, NBC News, 4 Feb. 2025

Multiple storage lockers at the facility were found with removed locks and missing gear. —Landon Mion, Fox News, 11 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1548, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing removed

• far removed from

Rhymes for removed

• disapproved
• reapproved
• unapproved
• unimproved
• approved
• disproved
• improved
• reproved
• unmoved
• unproved
• grooved
• moved

Kids Definition

removed

adjective

re·​moved

ri-ˈmüvd

1

: being a generation older or younger

the children of your first cousin are your first cousins once removed

2

: far away or separate in space, time, or character

a town far removed from cities