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UK [rɪˈmuːv(ə)l] / US [rɪˈmuv(ə)l] noun [countable/uncountable]
Word forms "removal":
singular removal plural removals
1) the process of removing something or someone
removal of:

He has called for the removal of all foreign troops and bases in Europe.

removal of barriers in the way of free trade

surgical removal of the tumour

2) the process of making someone leave a job or position of power
removal from:

The consequences of failure would certainly mean her removal from office.

3)
a) British the process of taking furniture from one property to another, especially when you move to another house or office

They'll have to pay for my removal.

b) [only before noun] relating to removal

a removal firm/man


English dictionary. 2014.

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