discard
word
Definition
To get rid of something you no longer want or need, often by throwing it away.
Usage & Nuances
'Discard' is formal or neutral and means permanently getting rid of something. Common with objects, cards, data, or ideas. It is not emotional (unlike 'throw away' which can sound careless). 'Discard a card' is used in card games. Avoid with people; use 'remove' or 'leave out' for people or selections.
Spanish: descartar - desecharPortuguese (BR): descartar - jogar foraPortuguese (PT): descartar - deitar foraChinese (Simplified): 丢弃 - 扔掉Chinese (Traditional): 丟棄 - 扔掉Hindi: फेंक देना - छोड़ देनाArabic: يتخلص من - يرميBengali: ফেলা দেওয়া - বাতিল করাRussian: выбрасывать - избавлятьсяJapanese: 捨てる - 破棄するVietnamese: vứt bỏ - loại bỏKorean: 버리다 - 폐기하다Turkish: atmak - elden çıkarmakUrdu: پھینک دینا - ترک کرناIndonesian: membuang - membatalkan
Example Sentences
You should discard broken toys.
basic
How do I discard this document securely?
basic
If you don't need those receipts, just discard them.
natural
She always discards the packaging right after opening her new things.
natural
In most card games, you have to discard a card every turn.
natural
Please discard any old food in the fridge.
basic