Zoeken
to discharge
01
ontheffen, vrijlaten
to free or release someone from legal or official confinement
Transitive: to discharge sb
Example
The judge decided to discharge the defendant due to insufficient evidence, clearing them of all charges.
After serving their full sentence, the prison authorities discharged the inmate and escorted them to freedom.
The parole board voted to discharge the offender from probation.
02
afschieten, ontladen
(of a firearm) to release a projectile or burst of energy when triggered
Intransitive
Example
The rifle discharged with a loud bang, echoing through the forest.
Despite being well-trained, the soldier 's weapon discharged prematurely during the skirmish.
The revolver discharged as the suspect struggled with the police officer, causing a moment of chaos.
03
to make someone leave the armed forces or police and relieving them from their duties
Transitive: to discharge a member of armed forces
Example
After completing their tour of duty, the soldier was honorably discharged from the military.
Due to a medical condition, the servicemember was medically discharged from the Navy.
The veteran, having served for several years, received an official discharge from active duty.
04
to allow a patient to leave the hospital because they have recovered and no longer need to receive inpatient care
Transitive: to discharge a patient
Example
The doctor discharged the patient from the hospital after a successful surgery and confirmed recovery.
The medical team decided to discharge the elderly patient to free up a bed for more critical cases.
After a week of observation, the doctor deemed the patient well enough to be discharged from the hospital.
05
to carry out or complete all necessary tasks or obligations associated with a duty or responsibility
Transitive: to discharge a task or obligation
Example
The diligent employee discharged her responsibilities with precision and efficiency.
Despite facing numerous challenges, he discharged his duties as project manager.
As the team leader, she ensured that every member discharged their assigned tasks effectively to meet project deadlines.
06
to give off or release a substance like gas or liquid
Transitive: to discharge a substance
Example
The factory was fined for discharging pollutants into the river, causing environmental damage.
The volcano discharged ash and lava during the eruption, covering the surrounding area.
The car 's exhaust system discharged harmful gasses into the atmosphere, contributing to air pollution.
07
to remove or neutralize the electric charge from an object
Transitive: to discharge an electric charge
Example
The lightning rod on the building 's rooftop is designed to discharge any buildup of static electricity
The power plant discharged excess energy into the grid during periods of low demand.
The lightning strike discharged the atmospheric buildup of static electricity.
08
to free or release someone from a contractual or legal obligation
Transitive: to discharge sb from a contractual or legal obligation
Example
The court ordered the landlord to discharge the tenant from the lease agreement due to breach of contract.
After completing the agreed-upon terms, the contractor was discharged from their obligations to renovate the building.
The company decided to discharge the supplier from the contract due to consistently late deliveries.
09
to release a projectile from a firearm
Transitive: to discharge a firearm
Example
The soldier carefully aimed before discharging his rifle, hitting the target with precision.
The hunter discharged his shotgun, bringing down the bird in a single shot.
The sailor discharged the ship's cannons, signaling the start of the naval battle.
10
to drop or unload goods or passengers from a vessel onto land or another mode of transportation
Transitive: to discharge goods or passengers
Example
As the vessel reached the harbor, the crew prepared to discharge the cargo.
The bustling port echoed with the sounds of cranes and machinery as they discharged the containers from the cargo ship.
Upon arrival at the dock, the passengers eagerly waited for the crew to discharge them from the cruise liner.
11
(of a wound or body part) to slowly release an infectious liquid, called pus
Transitive: to discharge pus
Example
The infected cut on his arm started to discharge pus, causing him considerable discomfort.
The doctor carefully cleaned and dressed the wound to prevent it from discharging any pus.
The surgeon made an incision to allow the infected area to discharge the built-up pus.
Discharge
01
ontlading, afgifte
the sudden giving off of energy
02
ontlading, afvoer
the act of venting
03
electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field
04
any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body
05
afgifte, uitstoot
a substance that is emitted or released
06
afschot, ontlading
the act of discharging a gun
07
ontslag, afsluiting
the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart)
08
ontslag, afschrift
a formal written statement of relinquishment
09
afvoer, uitstorting
the pouring forth of a fluid
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