discharge
verb (used with object)
to relieve of a charge or load; unload.
discharger
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a word derived from
discharge.
Example Sentences
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The charger and discharger are corona needles of opposite polarities.
From Nature ● May 24, 2016
In its capacity of discharger of the thunder-cloud, the tank is called Eikthyrnir, the oak-stinger.
From Teutonic Mythology, Vol. 1 of 3 Gods and Goddesses of the Northland by Ph.D.
It should be observed, referring to Ib, that the conversion to a high potential is also effected when the discharger d d, which is shown in the sketch, is omitted.
From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Thomas Commerford Martin
A discharger is now constructed of very dry wood and boiled in paraffine for about 15 minutes.
From The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.
The electrician closed a row of switches, brought the two polished brass spheres of the discharger within striking distance, and instantly a blinding current of sparks roared between the terminals.
From The Man Who Rocked the Earth by Robert Williams Wood
