Synonyms of leach

Antonyms of leach

Collocations of leach

leach away
Frequency: 70 %

The heavy rain caused the chemicals to leach away into the soil.

leach out
Frequency: 65 %

The detergent helped to leach out the stubborn stains from the fabric.

leach into
Frequency: 60 %

The toxic substances began to leach into the groundwater.

leach nutrients
Frequency: 50 %

The heavy rainfall can leach nutrients from the soil, affecting plant growth.

leach chemicals
Frequency: 45 %

The industrial waste can leach harmful chemicals into the river.

Idiomatic Expressions for leach

  • Phrase: leach out
    Meaning: to remove or drain out substances by percolation
    Usage: The filter is designed to leach out impurities from the water.