Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leaching
Noun
/ˈliːtʃɪŋ/
Definition
The process by which soluble substances are washed out from a solid material, typically soil, into a liquid.
Examples
- Leaching can lead to the depletion of minerals in agricultural fields.
- The environment can be affected by the leaching of heavy metals from industrial sites.
- Rainwater can cause the leaching of nutrients from compost piles.
Meaning
Leaching usually refers to the movement of dissolved particles through soil or other materials due to the influence of water, often resulting in the loss of nutrients or contaminants from the soil.
Synonyms
- Drainage
- Washing out
- Extraction
