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单词 general discharge
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Definition of general discharge in English:

general discharge

noun ˌdʒɛn(ə)rəl ˈdɪstʃɑːdʒˌdʒɛn(ə)r(ə)l ˈdɪstʃɑːdʒ
  • 1A comprehensive discharge from an obligation or liability, especially from a debt; (now) specifically (chiefly US) the comprehensive discharge of a person from bankrupt status.

  • 2US Military. A discharge from military service with a record which is satisfactory, but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honourable discharge.

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Thomas Cooper (c1517–1594), theologian and bishop of Winchester. From general + discharge.

Definition of general discharge in US English:

general discharge

noun
  • 1A comprehensive discharge from an obligation or liability, especially from a debt; (now) specifically (chiefly US) the comprehensive discharge of a person from bankrupt status.

  • 2US Military. A discharge from military service with a record which is satisfactory, but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honourable discharge.

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Thomas Cooper (c1517–1594), theologian and bishop of Winchester. From general + discharge.

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