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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

leachate

/liːtʃeɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does leachate mean?

noun

A liquid that has passed through a substance, especially a liquid that has passed through waste or contaminated material, often containing pollutants or contaminants.

Example

"The leachate from the landfill was found to be highly toxic and required special handling."

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