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Discard Definition & Meaning

discard
noun
  1. anything that is cast aside or discarded
  2. (cards) the act of throwing out a useless card or of failing to follow suit
  3. getting rid something that is regarded as useless or undesirable
verb
  1. throw or cast away; "Put away your worries"

"Discard" in song lyrics

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  • "enjoy views, but don't listen, it's your frame of reference I discard"

Usage tips for "discard"

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Frequently asked questions

What does discard mean?
anything that is cast aside or discarded (cards) the act of throwing out a useless card or of failing to follow suit getting rid something that is regarded as useless or undesirable throw or cast away; "Put away your worries"
What part of speech is discard?
Discard is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does discard have?
Discard has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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