remover
word · lemma: remove
Definition
A remover is a substance or tool used to take something away, especially stains, dirt, or unwanted material from a surface. It can also refer more generally to a person or thing that removes.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in product names ("nail polish remover", "stain remover"). Less often refers to a person. Usually a countable noun. Often combined with what it removes (e.g., 'paint remover').
Spanish: quitamanchas - removedor (de objetos, manchas, etc.)Portuguese (BR): removedor - removedor de manchasPortuguese (PT): removedor - removedor de nódoasChinese (Simplified): 去除剂 - 清洁剂Chinese (Traditional): 去除劑 - 清潔劑Hindi: क्लीनर (दाग़ हटाने वाला) - रे़मूवरArabic: مزيل
Example Sentences
Use the remover to clean the stain on your shirt.
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I can't open this remover bottle.
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He bought a remover for chewing gum on carpets.
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This nail polish remover works really fast!
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Do you have any makeup remover I can borrow?
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You might need a special remover to get that sticker off.
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