Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Leeches.
Leeches - as a noun
Carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bloodsucker20hirudinean14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
annelid8annelid wormsegmented wormHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parasite10sponge9sponger10Leeches - as a verb
Draw blood
Example: "In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bleed8phlebotomise21phlebotomize30Example Sentences
"Fishermen sometimes use leeches as bait to attract certain types of fish."
"Swimmers should be cautious when swimming in freshwater lakes where leeches may be present."
"The doctor applied leeches to the patient's inflamed leg to help reduce swelling."
"Some species of leeches can survive for long periods without feeding."
"The lake's ecosystem relies on leeches as part of the food chain."
Word Game Points
Is LEECHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leeches is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LEECHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is LEECHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leeches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLEECHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is LEECHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leeches is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLEECHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
