Decharging: meaning, definitions and examples

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decharging

 

[ diːˈtʃɑːrdʒɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

battery

To remove or discharge the electrical charge from a battery or device.

Synonyms

deplete, discharge, drain.

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Word Description / Examples
decharging

Typically used in technical or scientific contexts when discussing reducing electrical charge in a device or system.

  • Make sure to follow the safety procedures for decharging the capacitors before inspection
discharge

Used in both medical and technical contexts. In medicine, it refers to the release of a patient from care. In technical contexts, it refers to the release of electrical energy.

  • The patient was discharged from the hospital after a full recovery
  • Be cautious of any sudden discharges of static electricity while working with electronic components
deplete

Commonly used to describe the reduction or exhaustion of resources, energy, or supplies over time.

  • Overfishing can rapidly deplete the fish population in a given area
  • His energy was completely depleted after running the marathon
drain

Often used in everyday language to refer to the slow removal of liquid, energy, or resources. It can also have a negative connotation when referring to something exhausting someone's energy or resources.

  • Please drain the sink after washing the dishes
  • The long meetings can really drain your energy

Examples of usage

  • Make sure to decharge the battery before storing it for a long period of time.
  • After decharging the device, you can safely replace the battery.

Translations

Translations of the word "decharging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descarregar

🇮🇳 डिस्चार्जिंग

🇩🇪 Entladen

🇮🇩 mengosongkan

🇺🇦 розряджання

🇵🇱 rozładowanie

🇯🇵 放電

🇫🇷 déchargement

🇪🇸 descarga

🇹🇷 deşarj

🇰🇷 방전

🇸🇦 تفريغ

🇨🇿 vybití

🇸🇰 vybíjanie

🇨🇳 放电

🇸🇮 praznjenje

🇮🇸 afhlaða

🇰🇿 разрядтау

🇬🇪 განტვირთვა

🇦🇿 boşaltma

🇲🇽 descarga

Etymology

The term 'decharging' is a combination of the prefix 'de-', meaning 'reversal' or 'removal', and 'charging', which refers to adding an electrical charge. The concept of decharging is commonly used in the context of batteries and devices to ensure safety and proper maintenance. By decharging a battery, you reduce the risk of overcharging and extend its lifespan. This practice is especially important for rechargeable batteries to prevent damage and maintain optimal performance.

See also: chargeable, charged, charger, charges, charging, discharge, overcharge, recharge, supercharger, surcharge.