What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
removalist
Example
The removalist helped us move our furniture to the new house. [removalist: noun]
Example
We hired a removalist company to assist with our interstate move. [removalist: adjective]
relocator
Example
The company offered a relocator to help me settle into my new job in a different city. [relocator: noun]
Example
She decided to become a relocator after moving several times for her husband's job. [relocator: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Removalist is more commonly used in everyday language, especially in Australia and New Zealand, while relocator is less common and often used in the context of corporate or business relocation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between removalist and relocator?
Removalist is a more casual and informal term, while relocator may sound more formal and specialized, often used in professional or business contexts.
