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leech-like
Translations
more leech-like
Comp.
most leech-like
Super.
Describes something that resembles a leech, especially in clinginess or parasitic behavior.
The leech-like creature latched onto the diver.
Пиявкообразное существо присосалось к ныряльщику.
Additional translations
Used postpositively to modify verbs, meaning ‘in a manner resembling a leech; clingingly.’
The toddler clung leech-like to his father’s leg.
Малыш прилипчиво вцепился в ногу отца.
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The politician’s leech-like supporters refused to leave his side.
The toddler clung leech-like to his father’s leg.