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Leaching - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Leaching : (noun)
1: the process of leaching [syn: leach]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Leach \Leach\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Leached; p. pr. & vb. n.
Leaching.] [Written also leech and letch.]
1. To remove the soluble constituents from by subjecting to
the action of percolating water or other liquid; as, to
leach ashes or coffee.
2. To dissolve out; -- often used with out; as, to leach out
alkali from ashes.
Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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