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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

leeches

/liːtʃɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does leeches mean?

noun

Leeches are small, segmented worms that live in water and feed on the blood of animals. They are often used in medical research and have been used in traditional medicine for centuries.

Example

"The scientist used leeches to study the circulatory system of the frog."

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