leechlike

UK
/ˈliːtʃ.laɪk/
US
/ˈlitʃ.laɪk/

Translations

leechlikeadjective
UK
/ˈliːtʃ.laɪk/
US
/ˈlitʃ.laɪk/
Usually used attributively or predicatively; describes something resembling a leech, especially in being parasitic, bloodsucking, or exploitative.
The leechlike parasite attached itself to the host's skin.
Le parasite parasitaire s'est fixé à la peau de l'hôte.
Additional translations
vampiriqueAu sens figuré, surtout pour une personne ou un comportement exploiteur.

Definitions

leechlikeadjective
Resembling a leech in appearance, behavior, or effect; especially parasitic, bloodsucking, or exploitative.
The leechlike parasite attached itself to the host's skin.