To exclude (from investigation or from further competition).
To kill (a person or animal).
To completely remove, get rid of, put an end to.
To record amounts in a consolidation statement to remove the effects of inter-company transactions.
To excrete (waste products).
To hold back (a pupil) instead of allowing them to advance to the next class or year.
To employ by paying a retainer.
To keep in one's pay or service.
To keep in possession or use.
To hold secure.