Word
removing
Phoneticsre·mov·ing, stress on the second syllable
US/ɹiˈmuvɪŋ/
UK/ɹɪmˈuːvɪŋ/
Definitions
01taking something away
A2 · Elementary
v. the action of taking something off or away from a place.
v. the present participle of 'remove', describing the ongoing action of taking something away or displacing an object.
“He is removing the old wallpaper before he starts painting the room.”
“The surgeon spent several hours carefully removing the damaged tissue to ensure a full recovery for the patient.”
Usage
As a participle, it often follows a helping verb to show a continuous action.
Synonyms
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02the process of removal
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act or process of taking something away.
n. the gerund form of 'remove', functioning as a noun to describe the act or process of extraction.
“The removing of the old bridge took several weeks of hard work.”
“The systematic removing of trade barriers has led to a significant increase in international commerce over the last decade.”
Usage
Often used with 'the' and 'of' when functioning as a formal noun.
Synonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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