leech Synonym

Synonyme leech

bloodsucker - parasite - freeloader - sponger - hanger-on - moocher - scrounger - sycophant - toady - barnacle - cadger - sponge - vulture - exploiter - user - opportunist


A leech is a type of worm that belongs to the subclass Hirudinea. Leeches are known for their ability to attach to a host and feed on its blood. They have sucker-like structures at both ends of their bodies which they use to attach to their host. Leeches can be found in a variety of environments, including freshwater, marine, and terrestrial. In certain medical traditions, leeches have been used for bloodletting or to reduce blood coagulation.



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