General caught with howitzer at first, being out for blood - Crossword Clue

Crossword Clue Last Updated: 12/03/2026

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5 letter answer(s) to general caught with howitzer at first, being out for blood

LEECH

a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end
draw blood; "In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment"
Leech – The aft (back) edge of a fore-and-aft sail is called the leech (also spelled leach).

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