Definition

To get rid of something that is no longer wanted or needed.

Example

He decided to discard the old newspapers that were piling up in the corner.

Tense Forms

Conversation

What do you usually do when you have a bad hand in cards?

I just discard the worst cards and hope for better ones.

That makes sense! I sometimes hold onto them too long.

Yeah, it's better to let go and focus on the good cards.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

Something that has been thrown away or rejected because it is no longer wanted or needed.

Example

The player picked up a discard from the table.

Conversation

Did you see how many cards I had to discard during the game?

Yeah, I noticed! You had a lot of bad luck with your draws.

I know, right? I felt like I was just collecting discards instead of playing.

Definition

To throw something away or get rid of it because it is no longer needed or wanted.

Example

She decided to discard the old clothes that she never wore.

Tense Forms

Conversation

What do you usually do with old clothes you don't wear anymore?

I usually discard them or give them to charity.

That's a good idea! I often just keep them in my closet.

Root Explanation

Discard → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "cardare" (meaning to throw away). The word describes the act of throwing something away or setting it apart from what is kept.

Memory Tip

Think of 'throwing away' something ('cardare') and 'setting it apart' ('dis-') — that's why discard means to get rid of something.

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