Definition of Leach
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(n.) See 3d Leech.
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(n.) A quantity of wood ashes, through which water passes, and thus imbibes the alkali.
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(n.) A tub or vat for leaching ashes, bark, etc.
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(v. t.) To remove the soluble constituents from by subjecting to the action of percolating water or other liquid; as, to leach ashes or coffee.
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(v. t.) To dissolve out; -- often used with out; as, to leach out alkali from ashes.
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(v. i.) To part with soluble constituents by percolation.
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(n.) See Leech, a physician.
Antonyms of Leach
No Antonyms Found.