removalist
|re-mov-al-ist|
B2
/rɪˈmuːvəlɪst/
moving service
Etymology
Etymology Information
'removalist' originates from English, specifically the word 'removal,' where 'remove' meant 'to take away or off.'
Historical Evolution
'removal' changed from the Old French word 'remouvoir' and eventually became the modern English word 'remove.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take away or off,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person or company that moves belongings.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or company that specializes in moving furniture and other belongings from one place to another.
The removalist arrived early to help us move to our new house.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45