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    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”.

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    2. To dissolve out; -- often used with out; as, “to leach out alkali from ashes”.

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