LEACHING
/ˈliːtʃɪŋ/
8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of LEACHING
To purge a soluble matter out of something by the action of a percolating fluid.
"Heavy rainfall can leach out minerals important for plant growth from the soil."
To part with soluble constituents by percolation.
The process by which something is leached.
Liquid that leaches.
Examples of LEACHING in a Sentence
- "Heavy rainfall can leach out minerals important for plant growth from the soil."
Word Details
Is LEACHING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LEACHING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LEACHING uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LEACHING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | e | a | c | h | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LEACHING
100 words from the letters in LEACHING
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How to Use LEACHING in Word Games
LEACHING is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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