removed

Definition

  • adjective: away from something
  • adjective: distant in degree of relationship
  • synonyms: remote, far, distant

Examples

  • We're looking for an apartment somewhat 'removed' from the noise of downtown.

  • The child of your first cousin is your first cousin once 'removed'.

  • Hockey and soccer are not that 'far removed from' each other.

Movie quotes

  • (..) America can't do this alone. We need the full financial support of all of our allies. But what we can do is take the first step. ...that all U. S. troops will be removed from the Middle East. Let's not repeat the same mistakes that we made in the past. And Lord knows, (..)
    2013 White House Down