Leech Definition & Meaning
leech
- noun
- carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end
- a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
- verb
- draw blood; "In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment"
"Leech" in song lyrics
See how leech is used in real songs:
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"Pound instinct, swamp walkin a leech"
Arsonists — Alive -
"Only sucker punks get treated like leech"
Bomfunk MC's — Other Emcee's -
"Now the haters wanna mug me, cuz I'm AMG kid candy on some dub leech"
C-Bo — Paper Made
Words that rhyme with leech
Usage tips for "leech"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "leech" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for leech to find words that pair well.
Use "leech" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does leech mean?
- carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage draw blood; "In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment"
- What part of speech is leech?
- Leech is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does leech have?
- Leech has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).