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Vocabulary Entry
leech
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A leech is a type of parasitic or carnivorous worm that typically lives in freshwater.
Example Sentences
"The leech attached itself to my leg while I was swimming."
"In biology class, we learned about the different species of leeches."
"Leeches are sometimes used in medical treatments to promote healing."
V
verb
To leech means to drain or extract a substance, often in a gradual or natural way.
Example Sentences
"Rainwater can leech minerals from the soil over time."
"The chemicals began to leech into the groundwater."
"She was careful not to leech too much moisture from the potting soil."