English Word · Advanced
leech
vertical edge of a square sail
Pronunciation: /liːtʃ/
Meaning
Either of the upright side edges of a square sail.
Example
The sailor repaired a tear along the leech of the square sail.
The sailor repaired a tear along the leech of the square sail.
Practice tips
- Practice leech out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.