"discretion" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /dɪˈskrɛʃən/ Audio: en-us-discretion.ogg [US] Forms: discretion [singular], discretions [plural]
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  1. Discretion is the ability and power to decide.
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  2. Discretion is the ability to do something in a way that does not upset people.
    Sense id: simple-discretion-en-noun-dTJ7IBhf
  3. Discretion is the ability to keep a secret.
    Sense id: simple-discretion-en-noun-EDgCr6Ga
     
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          "text": "The money will be offered at the discretion of the Environmental Health Department."
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