Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

leech line

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.17 in modern English

Syllables: leech -line
IPA

14

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

6

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A line for tightening the leech of a triangular mainsail to prevent it from fluttering.

Example Sentences

"The leechline is ordinarily anchored at the head of the sail[…]"

Inflected Forms

leech lines (plural) leechline (alternative)

Frequently Paired Words

leech

Questions

What does leech line mean?: A line for tightening the leech of a triangular mainsail to prevent it from fluttering.

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