leachy

adj

leachy

adj

Etymology From leach + -y.

1

Geography, Geology, Natural sciences Permitting liquids to pass by percolation; not capable of retaining water; porous.

  • Gravelly and sandy soils may be leachy.
Derived terms
leachiness

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