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leeched

The correct spelling is leeched.

How to pronounce leeched

verb

IPA: /liːtʃt/

Say it like: Lee-che-d

The correct spelling is leeched. To apply a leech medicinally, so that it sucks blood from the patient. For example: "Bert leeched hundreds of files from the BBS, but never uploaded anything in return."

Usage Examples

Bert leeched hundreds of files from the BBS, but never uploaded anything in return.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To apply a leech medicinally, so that it sucks blood from the patient.
  2. 2.To drain (resources) without giving back.
  3. 3.To treat, cure or heal.

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