discard Synonyms
discard Meaning
discard (n)
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
discard (v)
throw or cast away
discard (v. t.)
To throw out of one's hand, as superfluous cards; to lay aside (a card or cards).
To cast off as useless or as no longer of service; to dismiss from employment, confidence, or favor; to discharge; to turn away.
To put or thrust away; to reject.
discard (v. i.)
To make a discard.
discard (n.)
The act of discarding; also, the card or cards discarded.
FAQs About the word discard
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
reject, second, rejection, cull, scrap, rubbish, waste,trash,throwaway, hand-me-down
employ, take on, use,adopt, take on, employ, utilize, embrace, embrace, adopt
The old clothes were discarded due to their worn-out condition.
The company had to discard several unsold items from its inventory.
The athlete discarded the broken equipment without hesitation.
The artist discarded the unfinished painting, deeming it unworthy of display.
