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Medicinal Leech

Description

A medicinal leech is a type of blood-sucking worm typically used for medical purposes. These leeches have been utilized since ancient times for their therapeutic effects due to the various proteins and compounds they secrete.

Parts of Speech

• Noun: The leech used in medicine.
• Adjective: Relating to or pertaining to the use of leeches for medical purposes.

Senses and Usages

1. Noun: A small blood-sucking worm that is used in medicinal practices, often to promote blood flow and prevent clotting during surgeries or to assist in the healing of wounds.

Example sentence: After his surgery, the doctor applied a medicinal leech to the patient's wound to aid in draining the excess blood.

2. Adjective: Used to describe therapies or treatments involving leeches for medical purposes.

Example sentence: The patient underwent medicinal leech therapy to alleviate the symptoms of venous congestion.

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