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Leached: meaning, definitions and examples

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leached

 

[ liːtʃt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

environmental science

Leached refers to the process by which soluble substances, such as minerals and nutrients, are removed from solid materials, typically soil or rocks, and dissolved in water. This process can occur naturally through rainwater or artificially through irrigation and can impact soil fertility and water quality.

Synonyms

extracted, removed, washed-out

Examples of usage

  • Nutrients in the soil are often leached away by heavy rainfall.
  • The leached minerals can contaminate nearby water sources.
  • Farmers need to monitor how much nitrogen is leached during crop growth.

Translations

Translations of the word "leached" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lixiviado

🇮🇳 लीच किया हुआ

🇩🇪 ausgewaschen

🇮🇩 terlindi

🇺🇦 вимитий

🇵🇱 wypłukany

🇯🇵 浸出された

🇫🇷 lixivié

🇪🇸 lixiviado

🇹🇷 sızdırılmış

🇰🇷 침출된

🇸🇦 مستخرج

🇨🇿 vyluhovaný

🇸🇰 vyluhovaný

🇨🇳 浸出

🇸🇮 izliven

🇮🇸 leystur

🇰🇿 сүзілген

🇬🇪 გამოწურული

🇦🇿 təmizlənmiş

🇲🇽 leachado

Word origin

The term 'leached' originates from the Old English word 'leccan', which means 'to moisten or wet'. The modern usage has evolved to describe the process of removing soluble materials from solid substances, particularly in soil science and environmental studies. Through centuries of agricultural practice, the impact of leaching on soil health and nutrient management became evident, leading to the importance of understanding this process for sustainable farming and preservation of natural ecosystems. The concept gained prominence in the 19th century, particularly with advancements in chemistry and environmental science that highlighted the relationship between soil, plants, and water.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,886, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.