C1noun5K

Removal

UK /["/rɪˈmuːvl/"]/US /["/rɪˈmuːvl/"]/

Definition

the act of taking somebody/something away from a particular place

In simple words: the act of taking something away or getting rid of it

Examples

  • The removal of the old furniture made the room look much larger.
  • She scheduled the removal of her wisdom teeth for next week.
  • After the removal of the invasive species, the ecosystem began to recover.
  • The removal process of the stain took several hours and special chemicals.
  • The removal of the CEO was unexpected and caused a lot of speculation.
  • During the renovation, the removal of old wiring was necessary to update the system.
  • They discussed the removal of the ambassador due to diplomatic conflicts.
  • The removal from the competition was disappointing for many fans.

Usage notes

Use 'removal' in contexts involving cleaning, taking away, or eliminating something. It's often used in formal writing and professional contexts, but can also be used in everyday speech.

Grammar pattern

removal + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'Removing' something — like a sticker off a book!

Collocations

  • complete
  • total
  • wholesale
  • call for
  • demand
  • seek
  • removal from
  • removal to
  • removal from office
  • complete
  • total
  • wholesale
  • call for
  • demand
  • seek
  • removal from
  • removal to
  • removal from office
  • complete
  • total
  • wholesale
  • call for
  • demand
  • seek
  • removal from
  • removal to
  • removal from office

Synonyms

  • dismissal

Antonyms

  • addition
  • insertion
  • attachment

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'removal' as a verb form (e.g., using 'remove' incorrectly).
  • 'Removal' is sometimes used incorrectly as a countable noun.
  • Misusing 'removal' in contexts where 'elimination' is more suitable.