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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

bloodsuckers

/ˈblʌdˌskʌkər/ noun · British & US
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What does bloodsuckers mean?

noun

Bloodsuckers are animals that feed on the blood of other animals, such as mosquitoes, ticks, and leeches. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe people who exploit or take advantage of others.

Example

"The doctor warned her about the bloodsuckers that could transmit diseases through their bites."

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