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1re·move Listen to audio/rɪˈmu:v/ verb
re·moves; re·moved; re·mov·ing
[+ obj] 1 : to move or take (something) away from a place
Remove the trash from the front yard. My tonsils were removed when I was five years old. Trees help to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
2 : to cause (something) to no longer exist
These new findings should remove any doubt about his innocence. What's a good way to remove stains from a silk dress? The new law would remove obstacles to obtaining a work permit.
3 : to force (someone) to leave a job : to dismiss (someone) from a job
He was removed from office.
4 somewhat formal : to take off (something, such as a piece of your clothing)
Please remove your shoes. He removed his sunglasses.

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