vi to make a discard.
2. discard ·noun the act of discarding; also, the card or cards discarded.
3. discard ·vt to put or thrust away; to reject.
4. discard ·vt to throw out of one's hand, as superfluous cards; to lay aside (a card or cards).
5. discard ·vt to cast off as useless or as no longer of service; to dismiss from employment, confidence, or favor; to discharge; to turn away.