discharge
Pronunciation: [dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ]
Context: "release"
(verb) to let something go or allow someone to leave a place, like when a doctor says it's okay for a patient to go home.
Example
The doctor decided to discharge the patient after confirming they were feeling better.
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The doctor won't discharge the patient until they see improvements.
Example
When do you think they will discharge him from the hospital?
Context: "release"
(noun) the act of letting someone go or allowing something to flow out, like when the water is released from a dam.
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The discharge of water from the lake helps to control flooding.
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The discharge of chemicals into the river is harmful to the environment.
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What is the discharge rate for that river?
Context: "fulfillment of duty"
(verb) to perform or carry out a duty or responsibility, like when a soldier finishes their service.
Example
He was proud to discharge his duties as a police officer.
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She felt she couldn't discharge her responsibilities effectively this time.
Example
How do you think she can best discharge her duties at work?
Context: "fulfillment of duty"
(noun) the completion of a duty or task, like when a soldier completes their term and leaves the military.
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His discharge from the army came after many years of service.
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The company had no plans for his discharge despite his search for a new job.
Example
What happens during the discharge ceremony for soldiers?