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Definition discharge in British English

discharge noun

noun
/ˈdɪstʃɑː(r)dʒ/
1

a situation in which someone is allowed to leave an institution such as a hospital, a prison, or the army

Example

Many patients require ongoing care after discharge from hospital.

Example

Jack was given an early discharge from the army after being severely wounded in battle.

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departure exodus exit
1.1

a situation in which someone who has been accused of a crime is judged to be not guilty and officially allowed to leave prison or a court of law

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bail bail out bind over
2

liquid or gas that comes out of a place, or the process of coming out into water or the air

Example

The authorities are particularly concerned about discharges from nuclear power stations.

Example

a discharge of oil into the River Tees

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give off send out emit
2.1

a liquid that comes out from a part of someone's body when they are ill

Example

a vaginal/nasal discharge

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aetiology complication crisis
Example

You will be responsible for the efficient discharge of your duties.

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action execution discharge
4

the act of firing a weapon

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come under fire cover crossfire
5

the payment of money that you owe

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amortise amortize clear
6

the flow of electricity, for example from a piece of equipment or during a storm

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AC active alternating current
Definition discharge in British English