Discharger: meaning, definitions and examples

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discharger

 

[ dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

electrical device

A discharger is a device used to remove electrical charge from a component or system. It can be employed in various contexts, including electrical engineering and scientific research, to safely discharge energy stored in capacitors or other components.

Synonyms

capacitor discharger, discharge device, neutralizer

Examples of usage

  • The technician used a discharger to safely neutralize the capacitor.
  • Ensure the discharger is properly connected before beginning the procedure.
  • A high-voltage discharger is essential for laboratory experiments involving electric fields.
Context #2 | Noun

legal context

In legal terms, a discharger refers to an individual or entity that is released from a legal obligation or liability. This usage often appears in the context of debt relief or bankruptcy proceedings.

Synonyms

debtor relief, exempt, releasee

Examples of usage

  • After filing for bankruptcy, he became a discharger of his debts.
  • The court recognized her as a discharger from all previous liabilities.
  • Being a discharger can significantly improve one's financial situation.

Translations

Translations of the word "discharger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descarregador

🇮🇳 डिस्चार्जर

🇩🇪 Entlader

🇮🇩 pemutus

🇺🇦 розрядник

🇵🇱 wyładowca

🇯🇵 放電器

🇫🇷 déchargeur

🇪🇸 descargador

🇹🇷 boşaltıcı

🇰🇷 방전기

🇸🇦 جهاز تفريغ

🇨🇿 vybíječ

🇸🇰 vybíjač

🇨🇳 放电器

🇸🇮 izpraznilec

🇮🇸 tæmingartæki

🇰🇿 разрядтаушы

🇬🇪 გამომტანი

🇦🇿 boşaldıcı

🇲🇽 descargador

Etymology

The term 'discharger' originates from the verb 'discharge', which means to release or unload. In the electrical engineering context, it refers to the process of releasing electrical energy, particularly from capacitors. The word 'discharge' itself is derived from the Old French 'descharger', which means 'to free from a load'. In legal terms, 'discharger' emerged as a way to describe an individual who is relieved from obligations, stemming from the concept of discharging debts in bankruptcy laws. Over time, its usage expanded into various fields where the release or removal of liability or charge is relevant.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,022 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.