Your gaming squad is talking about “leeching” and you don’t know what that means? We’ll tell you what’s behind the term and how you use it.
Here you can find out what is behind the term “leechen”. (Source: konstantynov / depositphotos.com)
That means leeching: running along, parasitizing
The term “leechen” is derived from the English “leech”, which means “leech” or “bloodsucker”. In a figurative sense, the term describes a “parasite”.
Leeching in gaming
“Leechen” is used in gaming for players who are not actively contributing to progress. Usually they just stand around or run with another player or Squad with, but make no contribution.
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What does “Yeet” mean?
Especially in MMORPGs Players who profit from others without doing anything are called “leechers” or accused of leeching.
Alternatively, leeching can also be an ability of the game character to “suck off” life or other points from opponents.
This is how you use leechen
You can use the term “leeching” even while gambling, if you notice that someone is always there but not on grinden is. Outside of the online community, you can creatively call someone a parasite, but not everyone will understand the term.
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