removal

noun

re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl 

: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed

Synonyms

• discarding
• disposal
• disposition
• dumping
• jettison
• junking
• riddance
• scrapping
• throwing away

Examples of removal in a Sentence

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

But he was released under his own supervision with an ankle monitor, since the U.S. at the time didn’t have a removal agreement with Venezuela. —Rick Jervis, USA Today, 18 May 2025

Under the infrastructure team, for example, is a debris removal group, a utilities team and a group for hazards such as mudslides, according to a recording of a recovery meeting reviewed by The Times. —Matt Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2025

Check out my top picks for data removal services here. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2025

Toiletries and cosmetic products that exceed 3.4 ounces are subject to removal, meaning you may be asked to toss out your luxe night cream or pricey hair serum if the container is too large. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing removal

• removal van

Rhymes for removal

• approval
• disapproval
• reapproval

Kids Definition

removal

noun

re·​mov·​al ri-ˈmü-vəl 

: the act of removing : the fact of being removed

Legal Definition

removal

noun

re·​mov·​al

: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed