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

  • (..) Strider. Baggins. Baggins. Baggins? Sure,I know a Baggins. He's over there. Frodo Baggins. He's my second cousin,once removed on his mother's side... ...and my third cousin,twice removed.... -Pippin! -Steady on,Frodo. You cannot hide. I see you. There is no life... (..)
    2001 The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring