remover

[ ri-moo-ver ]

/ rɪˈmu vər /

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noun

a person or thing that removes.

Law. the transfer of a case from one court to another, as by a writ of error.

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Origin of remover

First recorded in 1585–95; remove + -er¹

Citric acid is a plant-based degreaser, stain remover and disinfectant.
How to find ‘green’ cleaning products that get the job done|Laura Daily|August 24, 2021|Washington Post
Having strictly indoor animals can also prevent unwanted litters and may reduce your need for harsher flea and tick removers or prevention.
How to lower your dog or cat’s carbon pawprint|Sara Kiley Watson|July 29, 2021|Popular-Science
Use a clean cloth to absorb as much of the liquid as possible and then think about using a special stain remover to tackle the problem.
The best carpet cleaner machines to keep your home spotless|Charlotte Marcus|March 19, 2021|Popular-Science
Below is a compilation of incredibly effective stain removers that should make your life easier.
Powerful stain removers to fight tough blemishes|PopSci Commerce Team|January 6, 2021|Popular-Science

According to NPD Group, January-October saw a 38% year-over-year sales decline in makeup remover wipes, a 47% sales decline in facial cleansing wipes and a 12% sales decline in deodorant wipes.
What happened to beauty’s on-the-go wipes brands in 2020?|jim cooper|December 29, 2020|Digiday
Instantly, a dozen makeup assistants are cleaning up each girl with makeup-remover pads.
New York Fashion Week: Backstage at Marchesa|Isabel Wilkinson, Kevin Tachman|February 17, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Remover is quickly located, and she gets an emergency pedicure from an assistant.
Backstage at Vera Wang|Isabel Wilkinson|September 14, 2010|DAILY BEAST
Jimmy says Jones minimus is a very good pig-remover, and he thinks it must be a gift with him.
Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 152, May 16, 1917.|Various
Then she took out some make-up remover wipes and went to work on her face and fingernails.
Little Brother|Cory Doctorow
"Wrinkle remover, beauty restorer," said Taterleg, not moving forward an inch upon his way.
The Duke Of Chimney Butte|G. W. Ogden
The effectiveness of burning varies with the composition of the remover, but it also depends upon conditions being favorable.
Farmers' Bulletin 1889 - Fireplaces and Chimneys|Arthur H. Senner
Before a remover is used, the fire must be put in good condition with a substantial body of hot fuel on top.
Farmers' Bulletin 1889 - Fireplaces and Chimneys|Arthur H. Senner