1. released from duty, employment, or military service
2. released from a hospital or medical care
3. fired or shot (a weapon)

1. having been released from military service

Examples

• The soldier was discharged from the army after completing his service.
• She was discharged from the hospital three days after surgery.
• The hunter discharged his rifle at the target.
• The factory illegally discharged chemicals into the river.
• He discharged his duties as treasurer with great care.
• The discharged veteran struggled to find civilian employment.
• The patient will be discharged tomorrow morning.
• Police officers discharged their weapons during the confrontation.