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discharge

[dis-chahrj, dis-chahrj, dis-chahrj] / dɪsˈtʃɑrdʒ, ˈdɪs tʃɑrdʒ, dɪsˈtʃɑrdʒ /


NOUN
detonation, especially of a weapon
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NOUN
act or instance of unloading
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disburdening emptying unburdening unlading
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NOUN
full payment of debt
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VERB
detonate a weapon
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VERB
fully pay or settle debt
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VERB
dismiss a legal or legislative process
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Example Sentences

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“Tankers are out of position, supply chains dislocated, and the task of re-aligning vessels with loading and discharge points may create a logistical bottleneck in the weeks ahead.”

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

That phenomenon, known as corona discharge, involves tiny bursts of electricity forming at the tips of leaves.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

She was handed a three-month conditional discharge instead of a fine, but also ordered to pay a £26 victim surcharge.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Prior to the previous Congress, there hadn’t been a successful discharge petition since 2015.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

“The plan right now is to discharge you Thursday, Craig, and I’ll be here to talk to you on Wednesday, all right?”

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini




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