Separated or distant in space, time, or relationship. The cabin was in a removed location, far from the bustling city.
Detached or aloof in manner or feeling. He seemed removed from the conversation, lost in his own thoughts.
Taken away, eliminated, or extracted. The removed appendix was sent for further analysis.
Used postpositively in kinship terms to indicate a difference in generation. My second cousin once removed is visiting next week.
To take something away from a place or position. She removed the books from the shelf.
To eliminate or get rid of something. The company plans to remove outdated policies.
To dismiss or discharge someone from a position or office. The board decided to remove the CEO after the scandal.
To extract or take out something, especially by a physical or chemical process. The dentist removed the decayed tooth.
To move to a different residence or location; relocate (intransitive, chiefly formal or archaic). After the lease expired, they removed to a cottage by the sea.