(1):

(n.) The act of emptying, clearing of the contents, or discharging.

(2):

(n.) Voidance of any matter by the natural passages of the body or by an artificial opening; defecation; also, a diminution of the fluids of an animal body by cathartics, venesection, or other means.

(3):

(n.) Abolition; nullification.

(4):

(n.) That which is evacuated or discharged; especially, a discharge by stool or other natural means.

(5):

(n.) Withdrawal of troops from a town, fortress, etc.