leaches

[US]/liːtʃɪz/
[UK]/liːtʃɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.(plural of leach) the process of filtering chemicals or minerals; the act of filtering liquid

Phrases & Collocations

blood leaches

leaches nutrients

leaches minerals

leaches water

leaches toxins

leaches soil

leaches chemicals

leaches away

leaches through

leaches easily

Example Sentences

leaches can be found in freshwater environments.

some people use leaches for medicinal purposes.

leaches attach themselves to the skin of their hosts.

in ancient times, leaches were used in bloodletting.

leaches can help in the healing of wounds.

some species of leaches are carnivorous.

leaches thrive in muddy waters.

leaches can be a nuisance while swimming.

researchers study leaches to understand their behavior.

leaches play a role in the ecosystem as scavengers.

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