1. releasing or letting out a substance, especially liquid or gas
2. firing a weapon or releasing ammunition
3. releasing someone from a duty, obligation, or position

Examples

• The factory was discharging waste water into the river.
• The soldier was discharging his rifle at the target.
• The company is discharging several employees due to budget cuts.
• The doctor is discharging the patient tomorrow morning.
• She is discharging her duties as team captain very well.
• The crew spent hours discharging cargo from the ship.
• The battery was slowly discharging overnight.
• He was discharging his legal obligations under the contract.