removed

removed

adj

Definition of REMOVED

1

a : distant in degree of relationship b : of a younger or older generation <a second cousin's child is a second cousin once removed>

2

: separate or remote in space, time, or character

Examples of REMOVED

1. We're looking for an apartment somewhat removed from the noise of downtown.
2. The child of your first cousin is your first cousin once removed.

First Known Use of REMOVED

circa 1548

Related to REMOVED

Synonyms: away, deep, far, faraway, far-flung, far-off, remote, distant

Antonyms: close, near, nearby, nigh

Related Words: apart, devious, isolated, lonesome, nowhere, obscure, odd, outlying, out-of-the-way, retired, secluded, secret, sequestered

Near Antonyms: adjacent, adjoining, contiguous

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