removing
rɪˈmuvɪŋ
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Definition of removing - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

actiontaking away or eliminating something
  • The removing agent worked quickly on the stain.
  • The removing process was tedious and time-consuming.
  • Removing chemicals were necessary for the experiment.
eliminating eradicating
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Expressions with removing

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engaging in direct confrontation
The negotiations turned tense, with both sides removing the gloves.
clearing away confusion or mental sluggishness
A strong coffee helps in removing the cobwebs after a long night.
becoming aware of new perspectives or information
Her speech was removing the blinders for many in the audience.
process of making something accessible
Removing the barriers in technology helps more people use it.

Origin of removing

Latin, removere (move back)

Terms with removing included in their meaning

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cleaning
make an area or space tidy by removing dirt or mess
lint removal
brush for removing lint from clothes
removing
take something out using a scooping motion
hair removal
instance of removing hair with a razor
wipingadj.
cleaning
removing dirt or liquid from a surface
driedadj.
preservation
preserved by removing water
dryv.
preservation
preserve food by removing moisture
household
tool or machine for removing dirt or dust

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  1. French:supprimant, ...
  2. German:entfernend, ...
  3. Italian:eliminante, ...
  4. Spanish:eliminador, ...
  5. Portuguese:eliminador, ...
  6. Chinese:去除的, ...
  7. Japanese:除去する, ...
  8. Arabic:مُزِيل, ...
  9. Hebrew:מֵסִיר, ...
  10. Russian:удаляющий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:видаляючий, ...
  12. Hindi:हटाने वाला, ...
remove
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Definition of remove - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

tr.
1.
cleanmake a stain or mark disappear
  • She used soap to remove the stain from her shirt.
cleanse eliminate erase
2.
technologydelete or erase something
  • I need to remove the files from my computer.
eliminate erase
3.
employmentdismiss someone from a job or position
  • The board decided to remove the CEO from office.
discharge dismiss
4.
actiontake something away from a place
  • Please remove the books from the table.
detach eliminate withdraw

Noun

1.
actionact of taking something away
  • The remove of the old furniture was quick.
elimination removal
2.
moveRareUKtransfer of home or businessRareUK
  • Their remove to the city was challenging.
move relocation shift
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take away the pain or discomfort
The ointment will remove the sting from the insect bite.
eliminate unproductive elements from a group or organization
The company decided to remove the deadwood to improve efficiency.
in a way that is one step away or indirect
He was involved at one remove from the decision.
instruction to keep something in place
The tag says 'do not remove'.
commit ethnic cleansing against Muslims
They planned to remove kebab from the region during the conflict.
indirectly involved or connected
She was at a one remove from the decision-making process.

Origin of remove

Latin, removere (to move back)

Examples of remove in a sentence

  • They used a special cleaner to remove the graffiti.
  • Please remove the outdated software from the system.
  • He decided to remove his old posts from social media.
  • They had to remove several employees due to budget cuts.
  • The manager was removed after the scandal broke out.
  • He had to remove his shoes before entering.

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  1. French:enlever, retrait, ...
  2. German:entfernen, Entfernen, ...
  3. Italian:rimuovere, rimozione, ...
  4. Spanish:quitar, retirada, ...
  5. Portuguese:remover, remoção, ...
  6. Chinese:去除, 搬运走, ...
  7. Japanese:落とす, 撤去, ...
  8. Arabic:أزالَ, إِزالَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְהָסִיר, פִּינוּי, ...
  10. Russian:вывести, удаление, ...
  11. Ukrainian:виводити, видалення, ...
  12. Hindi:हटाना, निकासी, ...
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