liːtʃ

Definitions

1. noun

a small, worm-like animal that lives in water and attaches itself to the bodies of other animals to feed on their blood.

“The scuba diver was careful not to disturb the leeches in the coral reef.”

2. verb

to take something, especially money, unfairly or by using force or pressure.

“The company was accused of leeching money from its customers through hidden fees.”

3. verb

to attach or cling to something, especially in a way that is unpleasant or unwanted.

“The politician’s policies were seen as leeching onto the concerns of the working class.”