Meaning & Definition of word "Discharge"

Discharge

/dɪsˈtʃɑrʤ/

1. The act of releasing or allowing to leave.
- Example: The discharge of waste into the river caused environmental concerns.
2. A release from a duty, liability, or obligation.
- Example: She received an honorable discharge from the military after serving her time.
3. The flow or emission of electricity, fluid, or other material.
- Example: The static discharge caused a small shock when he touched the doorknob.

1. To release or allow to leave; to free from a duty or obligation.
- Example: The hospital decided to discharge the patient after two days of observation.
2. To emit or release (a substance or energy).
- Example: The battery will discharge its energy slowly over time.
3. To perform or execute a duty or obligation.
- Example: He was discharged with the responsibility of managing the project.

●Middle English: from Old French descarger, from des- 'away, off' + charger 'load'.

discharge one's duties:

To fulfill one's responsibilities or obligations.

discharged from hospital:

To be formally released from a hospital after treatment.

discharge a weapon:

To fire a gun or other firearm.

dischargeable:

Capable of being discharged.

discharger:

A device or person that discharges.

Meaning: To leave or quit a situation, often abruptly.

● Example Sentence: I’m going to discharge this meeting; it’s a waste of time.

Meaning: To give up on something or someone.

● Example Sentence: He decided to discharge that toxic relationship.