Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
horseleech
Noun
/ˈhɔːs.liːtʃ/
Definition
A type of leech known for its ability to suck blood.
Examples
- The horseleech clung tightly to the horse’s leg.
- In the swamp, they found a horseleech that had become too full to detach.
Meaning
The horseleech is often referred to in terms of its parasitic nature, drawing nutrients from other creatures, particularly its host.
Synonyms
- Bloodsucker
- Parasite
- Sucker
