Discard Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)

1 discard

/dɪˈskɑɚd/

verb

discards;

discarded;

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Britannica Dictionary definition of DISCARD

[+ object]

1

:

to throw (something) away because it is useless or unwanted

• Remove and discard the stems.
• a pile of discarded tires

— often used figuratively

• Many of his original theories have been discarded [=_rejected_] in recent years.

2

:

to remove (a playing card) from your hand in a card game

• She discarded the six of hearts.

2 discard

/ˈdɪsˌkɑɚd/

noun

Britannica Dictionary definition of DISCARD

[count]

:

something (such as a playing card) that has been discarded