discharge
|dis/charge|
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/dɪsˈtʃɑrdʒ/
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/dɪsˈtʃɑːdʒ/
release from obligation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'discharge' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'descharger,' where 'des-' meant 'away' and 'charger' meant 'to load.'
Historical Evolution
'descharger' transformed into the Middle English word 'discharge,' and eventually became the modern English word 'discharge.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to unload or relieve,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'release' and 'emit.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the action of releasing someone or something from a duty, obligation, or confinement.
The discharge of the patient was scheduled for the next day.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40