Meaning of the word remove in English

What does remove mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

remove

US /rɪˈmuːv/

UK /rɪˈmuːv/

take (something) away or off from the position it occupies

Example:

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Please remove your shoes before entering the house.

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The doctor decided to remove the tumor.

Synonym:

take off take away detach extract withdraw

Antonym:

add place insert attach put

dismiss (someone) from a job or office

Example:

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The board voted to remove the CEO due to poor performance.

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The minister was removed from his post after the scandal.

Synonym:

dismiss oust sack fire discharge

Antonym:

appoint hire promote reinstate