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leeching
UK
/ˈliːtʃɪŋ/
US
/ˈlitʃɪŋ/
leechings
pl
Translations
The leeching of nutrients from the soil can lead to poor crop yields.
Высасывание питательных веществ из почвы может привести к плохому урожаю.
Definitions
In medieval times, leeching was a common practice to treat various ailments.
His constant leeching off his friends eventually led to the end of their friendship.
UK
/ˈliːtʃɪŋ/
US
/ˈlitʃɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something that draws resources or substance like a leech.
Definitions
The leeching fees gradually drained the project’s budget.
leeching
Gerund
leeched
Past Simple
leeched
Past Participle
leeching
Gerund
UK
/liːtʃ/
US
/litʃ/
Translations
He tends to leech off his friends without contributing anything.
Он склонен паразитировать на своих друзьях, ничего не внося в ответ.
Definitions
He tends to leech off his friends, always expecting them to pay for his meals.
In the 18th century, doctors often leeched patients to reduce blood pressure.
Definitions
The doctor used a leech to help reduce the swelling in the patient's leg.
He was considered a leech by his friends because he always borrowed money and never paid it back.
The leech of the mainsail needed reinforcing before the voyage.
The village leech concocted an herbal remedy for the feverish child.