Leech

Meaning

an aquatic or terrestrial annelid worm with suckers at both ends; metaphorically, a person who extorts profit from others

a blood-sucking worm that lives in water or moist ground

Example Sentences

The leech attached itself to his leg while swimming.

The doctor used a medical leech to reduce swelling after surgery.

Synonyms

bloodsucker, parasite, sponger, worm

Entry 1

bloodsucker, parasite, sponger

Entry 2

bloodsucker, parasite, worm

Antonyms

benefactor, giver, host, beneficial organism

Entry 1

benefactor, giver

Entry 2

host, beneficial organism

Collocations

medical leech, blood leech, leech therapy, pond leech

Entry 1

medical leech, blood leech, leech therapy

Entry 2

medical leech, leech therapy, blood leech, pond leech