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LEECHING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Leeching.

Leeching - as a noun

Carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bloodsuckerhirudinean
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
annelidannelid wormsegmented worm
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parasitespongesponger

Leeching - as a verb

Draw blood

Example: "In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bleedphlebotomisephlebotomize

Example Sentences

"The leeching of toxins from the body is believed to have therapeutic effects."
"Some people find leeching to be a disturbing and gruesome procedure."
"Medieval doctors used leeching as a way to balance the body's humors."
"Modern medicine has largely abandoned leeching as a treatment method."
"The clinic specializes in leeching therapy to improve blood circulation."
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Word Game Points

Is LEECHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leeching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEECHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is LEECHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leeching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEECHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is LEECHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leeching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEECHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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