How to Pronounce "leach"
word
ˈɫitʃ
LEECH
lˈiːtʃ
LEECH
Definition
To remove or wash away substances from soil or another material by using water or another liquid, often gradually.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫitʃ
British English
lˈiːtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEECH
UK
LEECH
Listen in Context
Rainwater can leach salt from the soil.
The chemicals may leach into the groundwater.
Some nutrients leach out of the soil after heavy rain.
Old pipes can cause lead to leach into drinking water.